Careless deiving offence and naturalisation

[tiger21]

Hi

Does careless driving offence affect naturalisation? I was found guilty by court. Even thoigh it was not my fault but circumstances lead to me being prosecuted.

thanks

[contorted_svy]

Yes you need to declare it as there is a judgement against you.

[tiger21]

Thanks

Does it result in 3 year ban from naturalisation? Or it may or may not affect the application negatively?

[contorted_svy]

It depends on the whole context of your good character. if this is your only offence and you were given a fine which you paid you should be fine. There is no such thing as a 3 year ban on naturalisation, the good character requirement has changed but I am not aware on any rule that specifies 3 years (there are other issues that would make one have to wait or potentially become ineligible).

[Allgood]

Hi there,

Could you please advise with an update? Did you end up applying with the conviction and if so, did it affect your naturalisation application?

Also in a similar boat here so would be really helpful to hear back from you.

[amd1748]

Hi, it won't affect your British citizenship if it's the only offence you committed. I had 6 points given in court last year using a mobile phone and my application got approved few weeks ago. As long as it's the only offence you got you will be ok.