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Property eviction (notice 21) and British Citizenship application
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2023 10:47 pm
by OMARMOH
hi, I am applying to British citizenship in 2 weeks (+12 months ILR and more than 10 years in the UK), however, I received a (valid) notice 21 letter with all associated documents of the property last 2 months. I could not find a property to move out so me and my family decided to stay but we were notified a few days ago to attend to the Court in Jan for a possession order. My question is, being in the court for the above case, does that negatively impact my citizenship application? If so, any advice what shall I do, please?
Re: Property eviction (notice 21) and British Citizenship application
Posted: Tue Dec 26, 2023 10:54 pm
by Casa
OMARMOH wrote: ↑Tue Dec 26, 2023 10:47 pm
hi, I am applying to British citizenship in 2 weeks (+12 months ILR and more than 10 years in the UK), however, I received a (valid) notice 21 letter with all associated documents of the property last 2 months. I could not find a property to move out so me and my family decided to stay but we were notified a few days ago to attend to the Court in Jan for a possession order. My question is, being in the court for the above case, does that negatively impact my citizenship application? If so, any advice what shall I do, please?
No. It's a civil matter and not relevant to the 'good character' criteria for British citizenship. I hope you soon find a new home to settle in.
Re: Property eviction (notice 21) and British Citizenship application
Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 4:25 am
by contorted_svy
OMARMOH wrote: ↑Tue Dec 26, 2023 10:47 pm
hi, I am applying to British citizenship in 2 weeks (+12 months ILR and more than 10 years in the UK), however, I received a (valid) notice 21 letter with all associated documents of the property last 2 months. I could not find a property to move out so me and my family decided to stay but we were notified a few days ago to attend to the Court in Jan for a possession order. My question is, being in the court for the above case, does that negatively impact my citizenship application? If so, any advice what shall I do, please?
It shouldn't do. Could be worth speaking to a homelessness charity/solicitor for more precise advice and if it gives you reassurance write a cover letter about it.
Re: Property eviction (notice 21) and British Citizenship application
Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 6:03 am
by alterhase58
As said above it’s a civil matter and doesn’t impact the good character requirement. There’s no need to specifically disclose this.
Hope you get it sorted soon.
Re: Property eviction (notice 21) and British Citizenship application
Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 9:21 am
by OMARMOH
Many thanks for the prompt response! It is such a relief.
In this case, am I required to mention the above case in my application to let the HO know about it?
Sorry for the follow up question.
Re: Property eviction (notice 21) and British Citizenship application
Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2023 9:27 am
by CR001
OMARMOH wrote: ↑Wed Dec 27, 2023 9:21 am
In this case, am I required to mention the above case in my application to let the HO know about it?
No.