Register as a child since Mother is applying to Naturalise

[shepardN7]

Hi all,

I am currently 17. I was born in zimbabwe to non-British parents. We've been living in the UK for about 13 years and we all have indefinite leave to remain. I just want to find out If I'm eligible to register as a child for British Citizenship. I have no British heritage or anything.

[vinny]

They expect a parent to naturalise too. However, there was a sucessful challenge for reconsideration.

[shepardN7]

My father did apply for naturalisation but wasn't successful, does that change anything?

[vinny]

Probably no. However, citing the judgment and its reasons may help.

Alternatively, if you satisfy the KoLL requirements, etc., then naturalise when you are 18.

[Obie]

Your father could have register you at the same time and express an I intention for you to be registered under 3 (1), even if he does not qualify for settlement.

If your dad is refused for something like character, it will not automatically lead to your refusal.

[JAJ]

Father applied for naturalisation and was refused [which is unusual]- but what about the mother?

For stand-alone applications for section 3(1) registration from those aged 17, see section 9.17.11 of the Nationality Instructions:
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/s ... 150402.pdf

If neither parent is becoming British then usually it will be simpler (for a 17 year old) to wait until 18th birthday and apply for naturalisation on own merits but there may be exceptions.

[shepardN7]

I'm 17 years old and was born outside the UK to non-British parents. We have no British heritage either. My Mother plans to apply for Naturalisation in October and I think her application will be approved. Because she is going to make an application, does that mean I am able to make an application alongside hers as a child registering and be likely approved? If not, am I able to naturalise as an under 18?

[vinny]

What's father's status?
Do you have ILR?
How long have you been in the UK?

[CR001]

What's father's status?
Do you have ILR?
How long have you been in the UK?

Topics merged as OP already received advice in May for the same question.