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Posted: **Mon Dec 11, 2023 4:46 pm**

Hi,
I just got my ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) visa few days ago (SET-M 5yrs Spouse route). And since my ILR is based on spouse of a British citizen, I heard that I can apply for British citizenship anytime (without waiting for a year). Is this right?

Also, I want to ask for advice regarding benefits. I wanted to apply for benefits too (Universal Credit) now that I have ILR status. Should I apply for benefits first? And then apply for British citizenship after? Or can I apply for both at the same time?

Hope someone can advice please! Thanks!

Posted: **Mon Dec 11, 2023 5:05 pm**

mlsha wrote: ↑
Mon Dec 11, 2023 4:46 pm
Hi,
I just got my ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) visa few days ago (SET-M 5yrs Spouse route). And since my ILR is based on spouse of a British citizen, I heard that I can apply for British citizenship anytime (without waiting for a year). Is this right? Yes - if you satisfy all the requirements - guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publicati ... n-guidance

Also, I want to ask for advice regarding benefits. I wanted to apply for benefits too (Universal Credit) now that I have ILR status. Should I apply for benefits first? And then apply for British citizenship after? Or can I apply for both at the same time? Can't advise on benefits, but depends on your priorities, what's more important right now ....

Hope someone can advice please! Thanks! Please review the guidance for naturalisation.

Posted: **Tue Dec 12, 2023 11:53 am**

Also, I want to ask for advice regarding benefits. I wanted to apply for benefits too (Universal Credit) now that I have ILR status. Should I apply for benefits first? And then apply for British citizenship after? Or can I apply for both at the same time?

These are mutually inclusive events. One has no weight on the other.

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