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naturalisation after ILR based on 5yr WP , married to BC
Posted: Thu Mar 01, 2012 8:16 pm
by davidoff
Hi Guys,
I received my ILR Jan 2012, based on 5yr WP holder. I got married in Aug 2011 my wife is British Citizen. Do I need to wait for 12 months qualifying period or can I apply now?
Can anyone help?
Thanks
Re: naturalisation after ILR based on 5yr WP , married to BC
Posted: Thu Mar 01, 2012 8:30 pm
by cricinfo
davidoff wrote:Hi Guys,
I received my ILR Jan 2012, based on 5yr WP holder. I got married in Aug 2011 my wife is British Citizen. Do I need to wait for 12 months qualifying period or can I apply now?
Can anyone help?
Thanks
As a spouse of BC you don't to wait 12 months after ILR. You can apply straightaway if you meet other requirements
http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=95747
Posted: Thu Mar 01, 2012 8:40 pm
by davidoff
Thanks cricinfo
My query is because my ILR was based on work permit not marriage. Would that make any difference on the qualifying time.
I have also called a couple different immigration advisor some say you can apply for naturalisation straight away some say you have to wait 12 months. That is why I'm confused.
Posted: Thu Mar 01, 2012 9:00 pm
by Jambo
It doesn't matter on what basis ILR was granted. If you wish, you can apply as a spouse of BC. No need to wait 12 months and the residential period required is 3 years.