Naturalisation supporting documents
Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2025 3:32 pm
Hi,
I have a few questions regarding the supporting documents for my naturalisation application and would really appreciate your help in ensuring I understand everything correctly.
Background:
I moved to the UK in 2019 on a Tier 2 (General) visa as a software developer, providing an English language certificate (IELTS, B2 level) at that time. I later extended my visa under the Skilled Worker route in 2022 and was granted Indefinite Leave to Remain in 2024. I submitted my naturalisation application on 11th April and have booked my biometric appointment for 12th April.
Documents I am providing as supporting evidence:
Old (stamped pages) and current passport (all pages)
Life in the UK Test Unique Reference Number
IELTS certificate (B2)
P60s from 2019 to 2024
Most recent tenancy agreement
Two referee declarations
Questions:
1. English Language Requirement:
I’m not sure if I included my IELTS certificate in my ILR application, and as the certificate was issued in 2018, I’d like to confirm whether it’s still considered valid for the naturalisation application.
2. Proof of Living in the UK:
I have all P60s from 2019–2024, but the 2024/25 one won't be available until 30th April 2025. I’ve also just moved to a new address as of 1st April 2025. Since I don’t have any bills or council tax in my name yet, would providing my new tenancy agreement be sufficient to cover this recent period?
Additionally, is it necessary to include previous tenancy agreements? In some cases, bills were included in the rent, so I don’t have council tax or utility bills in my name for those properties.
3. Employment Letter:
I have been with the same employer for the past six years without changing jobs. Would it be advisable (or necessary) to include a letter from my employer? Could it strengthen my application? What should be in the letter?
4. Additional Proof of Residency:
Are there any other documents I should consider submitting as proof of residency, or am I possibly overcomplicating this part of the application?
5. Referees:
One of my referees is a Software Architect and Team Lead, and the other works in IT Service Management. I wasn’t able to find these specific titles in the list of acceptable professions — would these roles be considered acceptable?
Please let me know if there are any other documents I might be missing or anything else I should be aware of.
I have a few questions regarding the supporting documents for my naturalisation application and would really appreciate your help in ensuring I understand everything correctly.
Background:
I moved to the UK in 2019 on a Tier 2 (General) visa as a software developer, providing an English language certificate (IELTS, B2 level) at that time. I later extended my visa under the Skilled Worker route in 2022 and was granted Indefinite Leave to Remain in 2024. I submitted my naturalisation application on 11th April and have booked my biometric appointment for 12th April.
Documents I am providing as supporting evidence:
Old (stamped pages) and current passport (all pages)
Life in the UK Test Unique Reference Number
IELTS certificate (B2)
P60s from 2019 to 2024
Most recent tenancy agreement
Two referee declarations
Questions:
1. English Language Requirement:
I’m not sure if I included my IELTS certificate in my ILR application, and as the certificate was issued in 2018, I’d like to confirm whether it’s still considered valid for the naturalisation application.
2. Proof of Living in the UK:
I have all P60s from 2019–2024, but the 2024/25 one won't be available until 30th April 2025. I’ve also just moved to a new address as of 1st April 2025. Since I don’t have any bills or council tax in my name yet, would providing my new tenancy agreement be sufficient to cover this recent period?
Additionally, is it necessary to include previous tenancy agreements? In some cases, bills were included in the rent, so I don’t have council tax or utility bills in my name for those properties.
3. Employment Letter:
I have been with the same employer for the past six years without changing jobs. Would it be advisable (or necessary) to include a letter from my employer? Could it strengthen my application? What should be in the letter?
4. Additional Proof of Residency:
Are there any other documents I should consider submitting as proof of residency, or am I possibly overcomplicating this part of the application?
5. Referees:
One of my referees is a Software Architect and Team Lead, and the other works in IT Service Management. I wasn’t able to find these specific titles in the list of acceptable professions — would these roles be considered acceptable?
Please let me know if there are any other documents I might be missing or anything else I should be aware of.
