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Mique
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Born abroad - pass on BC to child?

Post by Mique » Thu May 19, 2022 7:19 pm

Hi.
I was born in Zambia in the early 70s to British parents who were working there for the British government as teachers for 2-3 years. I, of course, have a British passport and at the time my birth was registered with the British High Commission over there. I have a Zambian birth certificate but do not have Zambian citizenship/passport.
I would now like to apply for a British passport for my daughter. She was born in Poland - Polish mum , British dad. Can I pass on my British citizenship to her or will the 'British by descent rule' apply? I fear sending in my Zambian birth certificate as part of her application will cause red flags at the passport office. We still live in Poland.
Would really appreciate any help and advice.
Thanks.

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Re: Born abroad - pass on BC to child?

Post by vinny » Fri May 20, 2022 2:12 am

If Section 14(2) is satisfied, then you may be British otherwise than be descent. Then child may apply directly for British passport. Else, your child may be entitled to register.
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