Is a British citizen the same as a UK citizen?
All British nationals are eligible to be issued with UK passports. However, only British citizens have the automatic right to live and work in the UK. It is extremely important for individuals relocating to the UK to fully understand the rights they have under their passport.
How can I get UK citizenship?
There are 5 basic requirements to apply for British citizenship through naturalisation that most candidates must meet.
- Be over 18 years old.
- Be of “good character”.
- Be currently living in the UK.
- Meet the English language requirements.
- Pass the “Life in the UK” test.
Can I live in England with a British passport?
You can live and work in the UK free of any immigration controls if you’re a British citizen.
How much does a UK citizenship cost?
However, you must sit and pay for the test for your British citizenship application. The test costs £50….5 HIDDEN British Citizenship Application Fees & Costs in 2019.
| Type of Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| British Citizenship fee | £1,330 |
| Document Translations | £0 – £180+ |
| English Language Test | £0 – £150+ |
| Life in the UK Test | £50 |
Can a British citizen lose citizenship?
If you have British citizenship, you can’t usually be deported or lose your citizenship. You can’t apply for citizenship if you’ve already been found guilty of a serious criminal offence.
How much does UK citizenship cost?
Can British citizens living abroad use the NHS?
If you’re a British expat living overseas permanently, you won’t generally be entitled to access NHS treatment. The NHS is a residence-based healthcare system, so British expats aren’t automatically entitled to medical treatment.
How hard is it to get British citizenship?
There is a requirement that you have to have been lawfully resident in the UK for either three or five years, depending on your route to British Citizenship. In addition to the residence requirement you also need to be of ‘good character’ and that is why it’s got harder for EU nationals to become British.