ILR for Child

[HKDK]

Hi All,

I would really appreciate if you could guide me on the below:

I came to UK on work permit in May 2007 and got my Tier 1 in September 2009. Next month I would be eligible for ILR. My child was born in UK a year before.

So while I am applying for mine and my wife's ILR do I need to apply for my child as well?

OR

Can I directly apply for British passport for my child, if yes then when?

Many Thanks in advance

Kind Regards

[esmsi]

After your ILR, your UK born child can register as British Citizen irrespective of his immigration status.

http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?p=598716

[HKDK]

Many Thanks for your response and sending me related links for the post.

Based on what you said does that mean than as of now I can apply for mine and my wife's IRL no need for my child. And once I get my ILR then immediately I can apply for British citizenship for my child even though I am on ILR.


Please can you confirm the above.

Many Thanks

[Jambo]

This is correct. For a UK born child, you can apply immediately after ILR or any time until he is 18.

Be aware that the process (including a passport) can take 3-4 months. As the child will not have a valid visa any more, he should not travel until he gets the passport. If you have plans to travel, include him in your ILR application.

[HKDK]

Thanks you very much.