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Naturalization proof of residence with settled status

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2024 12:09 pm
by cf11
I have booked my biometric appointment and have uploaded all the required documents. However, I am now concerned that there may be some missing documents.

To clarify, I was granted settled status 12 months ago, at which time I provided documents demonstrating my continuous residence for the required 5-year period. For this current naturalization application, I have only uploaded documents proving my continuous residence over the last 12 months since obtaining settled status. I based this decision on the AN guidance, which states on page 32 under residence requirements:

"Please note, you do not need to submit documents that have been uploaded as part of previous immigration applications – we will have a record of these and will consider them in support of your application."

However, I have come across conflicting information online regarding whether I need to re-upload the 'proof of continuous residence' documents from my previous settled status application. Could you advise if the documents I’ve submitted are sufficient? It is all very confusing...

Re: Naturalization proof of residence with settled status

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2024 12:47 pm
by alterhase58
To be on the safe side and to avoid delays just include documents proving 5 years of residency such as P60s.
Note that naturalization is not an immigration application like EUSS and has its own requirements. Just go with the naturalization requirements