General Discussion During Naturalisation Application Process

[Sarank77]

Hi,

I made the JCAP application on 16/03/2016 and received Biometric request letter on 05/05/2016. As per the letter, I missed the 15 days biometric time line, and they mentioned that this time they are going to give 10 days. But , I didn't receive any letter till 05/05/2016. Is any one experienced the same, i.e. missing Biometric letter. Also, I received two letters for same biometric request on 05/05/2016 and both are dated on 03/05/2016.

[CR001]

Hi,

I made the JCAP application on 16/03/2016 and received Biometric request letter on 05/05/2016. As per the letter, I missed the 15 days biometric time line, and they mentioned that this time they are going to give 10 days. But , I didn't receive any letter till 05/05/2016. Is any one experienced the same, i.e. missing Biometric letter. Also, I received two letters for same biometric request on 05/05/2016 and both are dated on 03/05/2016.

Make sure you enroll now within the 10 days. Many people 'miss' the first letter. No effect on your application, unless you do follow the second letter and enroll.

[Sarank77]

Hi,

Thanks for the Reply.. But, is it ok to ignore the second letter or should I check with Post office whether the biometric is required again. Because, both the letters are dated on same day.

[CR001]

Hi,

Thanks for the Reply.. But, is it ok to ignore the second letter or should I check with Post office whether the biometric is required again. Because, both the letters are dated on same day.

Just take the second letter, it makes no difference. You only enroll biometrics once. Don't know if the barcodes are slightly different or not on the letters so probably best to take the second one.

[ashm]

Hi

Was wondering if the process has changed at all.

Did a joint Nat + PP application sometime back but the fees hasnt been taken -Neither biometrics have been asked.

Its beyond the usual 2 weeks now

[imi99999]

Hi

Was wondering if the process has changed at all.

Did a joint Nat + PP application sometime back but the fees hasnt been taken -Neither biometrics have been asked.

Its beyond the usual 2 weeks now

Applied 31st of March
Money gone 22nd Apr (23 days)
Biomatric received on 05th May(35 days)
So it is taking more than more than what you think

[ohara]

Hi

Was wondering if the process has changed at all.

Did a joint Nat + PP application sometime back but the fees hasnt been taken -Neither biometrics have been asked.

Its beyond the usual 2 weeks now

You're lucky if payments during 'quiet' periods are taken in 2 weeks! It seems to be more like 5-6 weeks at the moment.

[Sarank77]

Hi,

Applied on - 16/03/2016
1st Biometric request on 05/03/2016(Dated 03/MAy)
Biometric done on - 06/May/2016
2nd Biometric request on 07/03/2016(Dated 03/MAy)
Went to the Post office with both the letters and asked, whether the biometric is required or not. But they are not sure, So I proceeded with Second Biometric on 10/May/2016...

Is it fine to give multiple biometrics and did any one encountered the same?.

Thanks,

[Kissenger65]

Hi i am EEA national,i have PR card but my PR card i send to home office with my wife PR application form,now i have photo copy only ,please let me know can i apply Naturalisation application without PRcard,thanks

[CR001]

Hi i am EEA national,i have PR card but my PR card i send to home office with my wife PR application form,now i have photo copy only ,please let me know can i apply Naturalisation application without PRcard,thanks

You will need the original as far as I am aware.

[longhorn]

Hi,

I got my ILR through Tier 1 general a year ago. I have never been self-employed and all my earnings etc. came from my main employments for all my tier 1 applications. I was also registered as a director of a company for a very short while. I never withdrew any salary or dividends from that company and resigned after hardly four months. As I didn't have any income from that company, I didn't declare it for any of my Tier 1 applications. Nonetheless my income from the main employment have always been more than the required level for Tier 1 general. I also had another job during those four months anyway. My question is, do I need to mention this as part of my 10 year employment history though it was just for 4 months and I didn't draw any salary or dividends therefore it’s not listed as employment under my HMRC records. If I don’t mention it, could it cause any issues for my naturalisation application ?

Please advise.

[Saeedrehman]

Hi,

I applied for Naturalisation on 08/02/16 through NCS. I have been on 10yr LR + 1yr ILR. On 07/05/16 I received letter from HO requesting ALL my 3 original passports( I have 2 expired and 1 current one) and my original UK degree.

Any idea why they will need this? and has anybody else has been asked for the same ?

[longhorn]

Hi,

I applied for Naturalisation on 08/02/16 through NCS. I have been on 10yr LR + 1yr ILR. On 07/05/16 I received letter from HO requesting ALL my 3 original passports( I have 2 expired and 1 current one) and my original UK degree.

Any idea why they will need this? and has anybody else has been asked for the same ?

It’s a pure guess but the reason may be that the NCS worker perhaps didn't properly make a copy of your entry and exit stamps or degree transcript and the HO Case worker wants to ensure that what you have stated as your in-out dates match your passports and that you meet the English requirement through your degree.

[imnewhere]

I think i read it somewhere that the Home Office can request original documents at any point - regardless of whether you use NCS or post yourself. Nothing to worry if the information you provided is accurate and truthful.

[imnewhere]

I think i read it somewhere that the Home Office can request original documents at any point - regardless of whether you use NCS or post yourself. Nothing to worry if the information you provided is accurate and truthful.

Found the information about requesting documents despite using NCS.
'If you are concerned about submitting your
original documents then you may wish to consider using the Nationality Checking Service
described on page 3 of the Guide. We reserve the right to call for documents to satisfy ourselves
as to their authenticity. Providing forged or fraudulent documents may result in prosecution
leading to fines, imprisonment and deportation'

AN Form page 29.

[Saeedrehman]

Thank you for your replies. I am pleased to say that I have received my approval this morning (14/05/16)

Hi,

I applied for Naturalisation on 08/02/16 through NCS. I have been on 10yr LR + 1yr ILR. On 07/05/16 I received letter from HO requesting ALL my 3 original passports( I have 2 expired and 1 current one) and my original UK degree.

Any idea why they will need this? and has anybody else has been asked for the same ?

It’s a pure guess but the reason may be that the NCS worker perhaps didn't properly make a copy of your entry and exit stamps or degree transcript and the HO Case worker wants to ensure that what you have stated as your in-out dates match your passports and that you meet the English requirement through your degree.

[kankerot]

Do people think the AN form is intentionally vague and misleading so as to catch people out or its simply badly designed as it is a form used for multiple routes to citizenship?

[CR001]

Do people think the AN form is intentionally vague and misleading so as to catch people out or its simply badly designed as it is a form used for multiple routes to citizenship?

This one, which is why the guidance notes and booklet exist to explain the various things/situations.

[imi99999]

With this Joint application Pilot Scheme, After naturalisation will we have to attend interview for the Passport application or not??

[CR001]

With this Joint application Pilot Scheme, After naturalisation will we have to attend interview for the Passport application or not??

No

[hanzonita]

Hello everyone!

I am applying for the citizenship next month and i cannot find my expired passport anywhere! Should I let the police now before applying? What do you recommend? I will do my application with NCS.

Thank you!

[ahmad1234]

Hello,
I have a passport interview next week, but I need to travel urgently. WIll I need to wait to recieve the british passport before travelling? I do not need a visa to leave and enter UK with my other passport. Please let me know if this is OK.

Thank you!

[CR001]

Hello,
I have a passport interview next week, but I need to travel urgently. WIll I need to wait to recieve the british passport before travelling? I do not need a visa to leave and enter UK with my other passport. Please let me know if this is OK.

Thank you!

Passport usually arrives within a couple of days from when you have your interview.

[ahmad1234]

Yes but I am traveling a few hours after the actual interview for 3 days..will I be able to travel and return with other passport? Also, can someone staying at my flat sign for the new passport if it arrives whilst im away?

[CR001]

Yes but I am traveling a few hours after the actual interview for 3 days..will I be able to travel and return with other passport? Also, can someone staying at my flat sign for the new passport if it arrives whilst im away?

What is your 'other' nationality?

Passports are usually just popped into the mail box slot.