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Expert Legal Support for Becoming a British Citizen

British citizenship is a significant milestone that provides long-term security, full rights in the UK, and the ability to apply for a British passport. At LexHavenLaw, our experienced immigration solicitors provide clear and reliable legal guidance to help you navigate the citizenship application process with confidence.

Whether you are applying through settlement, marriage, or another qualifying route, we ensure your application is prepared accurately and in line with Home Office requirements.

What Is British Citizenship?

British citizenship grants you the right to live and work permanently in the UK without immigration restrictions. It also allows you to vote, access public services, and hold a British passport.

Most applicants apply for citizenship through naturalisation, following a period of lawful residence in the UK.

Who Can Apply for British Citizenship?

You may be eligible to apply if you:

  • Hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or settled status

  • Have lived lawfully in the UK for the required qualifying period

  • Meet the residency and absence requirements

  • Meet the good character requirement

  • Have passed the Life in the UK Test

  • Meet the English language requirement

Eligibility requirements differ depending on whether you are married to a British citizen or applying independently.

Routes to British Citizenship

Naturalisation

The most common route for individuals who have lived in the UK for the required period and hold ILR or settled status.

Citizenship Through Marriage

Applicants married to or in a civil partnership with a British citizen may qualify under a different residence requirement.

Children’s Citizenship

Children may be eligible to register as British citizens in certain circumstances. We provide advice on registration applications for minors.

Our British Citizenship Services

We provide comprehensive legal support for:

  • British citizenship (naturalisation) applications

  • Citizenship applications based on marriage

  • Registration of children as British citizens

  • Advice on eligibility and residence requirements

  • Refusal reviews and re-applications

How We Help You

Our immigration solicitors assist with:

  • Assessing eligibility and identifying the correct route

  • Reviewing immigration history and residence periods

  • Preparing and submitting citizenship applications

  • Reviewing supporting documents

  • Drafting legal representations where necessary

We focus on ensuring applications are accurate, complete, and compliant.

Common Reasons for Citizenship Refusals

Applications may be refused due to:

  • Incorrect calculation of residence or absences

  • Failure to meet the good character requirement

  • Incomplete or incorrect documentation

  • Errors in application forms

We work proactively to minimise these risks.

How Long Does a British Citizenship Application Take?

Processing times vary, but decisions are usually made within 3–6 months from the date of submission.

Why Choose LexHavenLaw?

  • Experienced UK immigration solicitors

  • Clear and honest advice

  • Thorough preparation of applications

  • Support for complex immigration histories

  • Transparent communication throughout

We are committed to helping you achieve British citizenship with confidence and clarity.

Speak to an Immigration Solicitor

If you are considering applying for British citizenship, contact LexHavenLaw today for expert legal advice.

📞 Call: 0161 706 1141
📧 Email: lexhavenlaw@gmail.com
Free initial consultation available

LexHavenLaw is a trading name of Mukhtar Property Legal Services Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales under company number 16863480.

LexHavenLaw is not a separate legal entity and is used exclusively as the trading and marketing name of Mukhtar Property Legal Services Ltd.

All legal services are provided by Mukhtar Property Legal Services Ltd.

Mukhtar Property Legal Services Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 354174).

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