British Citizenship Application
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British Citizenship General Requirements
British Citizenship General Requirements
If you have Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK and have lived in the country for at least five years, you may be eligible to apply for citizenship. If successful, you will be granted full rights to live, work and study in the UK freely. You will also be permitted to vote and can apply for a British passport.
Applications for UK citizenship can be an incredibly stressful process, so we highly recommend seeking legal advice prior to applying to ensure the best chances for success. Our dedicated immigration lawyers will guide you through every step of the process, easing the burden of applying for citizenship.
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Our Immigration Services
How We Can Help With Your British Citizenship Application
How We Can Help With Your British Citizenship Application
A Truly Bespoke Support
If you have ILR/Settlement, we will advise on your eligibility for citizenship and will help you to establish a timeline for becoming a British citizen.
Proactive Advice
We will ensure you comply with all of the visa requirements and will take the stress out of preparing and submitting a strong visa application.
Expert Lawyers
We can also help you to determine whether any members of your family qualify for citizenship, and will support in submitting their applications either separately or together with your own.
Our Process
3 Easy Steps to Your British Citizenship
3 Easy Steps to British Citizenship
Say goodbye to complicated immigration applications and endless documentation. Our senior partners are ready to make the process smooth and easy for you!
Fill in our contact form with a brief overview of your situation and we will be in touch as soon as possible to schedule a free consultation with our immigration law experts.
During your free consultation, we will provide guidance on how we can support you with your immigration needs. Once we have assessed your current situation and objectives, we will advise on the best course of action.
Once you have approved the quote, we will supply you with our full terms of business. After the terms have been agreed to, we will work closely with you (or on your behalf where appropriate) to achieve your immediate and long-term UK immigration goals.
Additional Headline
Additional Headline
For UK businesses to hire international talent, a Sponsor Licence is a requisite. Formerly referred to as a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence, this certification empowers UK employers to issue Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) and bring overseas professionals on board under Skilled Worker visas.
Sponsor Licences are integral to UK businesses for sourcing talent globally, especially across sectors like Healthcare, Hospitality, Construction, Telecoms, IT, and Media. The process to secure such a licence is stringent, and keeping it active necessitates strict regulatory compliance.
Unlocking the power of global talent
Unlocking the power of global talent
When your business secures a Sponsor Licence, it opens a gateway to a world of advantages. Here’s why it’s pivotal:
Faster recruitment
Say goodbye to lengthy recruitment processes. A Sponsor Licence allows you to swiftly bring in skilled workers from abroad or those already in the UK, reducing hiring timelines significantly.
Business growth
Your ability to sponsor overseas talent demonstrates your commitment to excellence. It sets you apart, showcasing that you're not just looking for employees; you're building a diverse, dynamic workforce.
Access to global talent
With a Sponsor Licence, you're not limited by geographic boundaries. You can effortlessly tap into a global talent pool, ensuring you have the best and brightest on your team.
Access to global talent
A diverse team can fuel innovation and creativity, leading to business growth. By fostering diversity, you enhance your company's adaptability and problem-solving capabilities.
Eligibility Criteria for a Sponsor Licence
- Authentic business operation: Your organisation must be a bona fide entity operating lawfully in the United Kingdom.
- UK-based: You need to have your base of operations in the United Kingdom.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Robust HR system: Maintain a robust HR system capable of efficiently fulfilling sponsor duties.
- Key personnel: Your key personnel should embody traits of honesty, dependability, and reliability.
Documents Required
- Authentic business operation: Your organisation must be a bona fide entity operating lawfully in the United Kingdom.
- UK-based: You need to have your base of operations in the United Kingdom.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Robust HR system: Maintain a robust HR system capable of efficiently fulfilling sponsor duties.
- Key personnel: Your key personnel should embody traits of honesty, dependability, and reliability.
Application Processing Time
- Authentic business operation: Your organisation must be a bona fide entity operating lawfully in the United Kingdom.
- UK-based: You need to have your base of operations in the United Kingdom.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Robust HR system: Maintain a robust HR system capable of efficiently fulfilling sponsor duties.
- Key personnel: Your key personnel should embody traits of honesty, dependability, and reliability.
Common reasons for refusal of Sponsor Licence Applications
Common reasons for refusal of Sponsor Licence Applications
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Before we start the process of acquiring your sponsor licence, we’ll ensure your business qualifies and that your job offerings meet the Home Office’s criteria. We review your situation from every angle possible – No more worrying about eligibility checks.
2. Personalised experience
Before we start the process of acquiring your sponsor licence, we’ll ensure your business qualifies and that your job offerings meet the Home Office’s criteria. We review your situation from every angle possible – No more worrying about eligibility checks.
3. Complex case experts
Before we start the process of acquiring your sponsor licence, we’ll ensure your business qualifies and that your job offerings meet the Home Office’s criteria. We review your situation from every angle possible – No more worrying about eligibility checks.
4. No blind spots
Before we start the process of acquiring your sponsor licence, we’ll ensure your business qualifies and that your job offerings meet the Home Office’s criteria. We review your situation from every angle possible – No more worrying about eligibility checks.
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Our Testimonials
Our Testimonials
This firm can only be described as excellent. Their knowledge of immigration law is second to none. The fast efficient way that they deal with situations is first-class professionalism at its very best. Once you have used Jay and his team you will never use anyone else.
Jay Moghal of Rove Legal is extremely professional and has deep and impressive knowledge of all aspects of immigration law and procedure. He is creative and a great communicator, fierce and energising, encouraging the pursuit of his clients’ cases with impeccable judgement. I would not hesitate to recommend Jay. His knowledge and professionalism shines through in every event.
Jay and his team assisted with switching over from a student BRP to a spousal one. All I had to do was show up to my appointment and take my fingerprints/photos. They handled the rest! What a dream.
Rove Legal were an absolute dream to deal with. Jay Moghal was our appointed lawyer and he was excellent to deal with. He ensured we submitted all of the required documents and when our application was delayed with COVID challenges he chased the UK Government to expedite the issue and ensure a successful outcome. Highly recommend Rove Legal and Jay to anyone who needs immigration to support.
Highly recommended. Jay is a thorough professional, who reviewed the case in depth, looked after all the aspects and his suggestions on what I should submit with the case were spot on. I don’t think my case would have been accepted without his help.
I had a very good experience with Mr Jay Moghal. I faced a couple of problems and appreciate his professionalism and transparency to deal with my issues and solve the problem. I highly recommend him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to become a British citizen?
Will I need to attend a ceremony?
Yes, if your citizenship application is successful and you are 18 years old or over, you will need to attend a citizenship ceremony within three months of receiving your Home Office invitation letter. You can book your ceremony online and, depending on your local authority, you may be able to have a ‘virtual ceremony’ online. The fee for the ceremony is included in your application fee.
How long does it take to get citizenship?
Home Office processing times for citizenship applications can vary greatly. In most cases, you should receive a decision within six months, but more complex applications can take longer. It can take up to three months from being told your application was successful to get your Home Office invitation letter, at which point you will have up to three months to book and attend your ceremony.
If you want to travel outside of the UK, you will also need to apply for a British passport in order to gain entry back into the country.
