That could be you: our client was granted British Citizenship
16.10.2025
A British passport is more than a travel document. It is security, full civic rights, and the freedom to plan your life in the UK without worrying about changing immigration rules. With recent uncertainty around settlement routes, naturalisation remains a clear and reliable path to long-term stability.
A recent success
Our client had been living lawfully in the UK as the spouse of an EU national. After securing indefinite leave to remain, they have now obtained British citizenship with the help of Tetiana Deren and Daria Kotkova. Their journey is unique, but the destination can be the same for you.
What naturalisation means
Naturalisation is the legal process through which a person not born British becomes a British citizen. It involves a formal application to the Home Office and meeting specific criteria. If approved, you receive a certificate of naturalisation and gain the same rights and responsibilities as citizens by birth.
Yet the route to naturalisation can be complex. How long do you need to have lived in the UK? Do all visa types count towards lawful residence? What if you overstayed one of your visas or combined different immigration routes? What does “good character” mean in practice? How many days can you spend abroad, and do you have to prove that the UK is your main home?
These and many other questions often concern our clients. Every case is unique, and careful analysis can make the difference between refusal and approval.
Common complications we resolve
Many people have mixed immigration histories. You might have combined student years with work permission, switched to a family route, or relied on EU rights before obtaining settlement. You may have travelled extensively for work, had a short period without valid leave, or received advice that now seems out of date. None of these issues automatically prevents naturalisation. The key is careful analysis, accurate residence calculations, evidence of ties to the UK, and a clear explanation to the Home Office where discretion is available.
What we do?
We map your immigration history, calculate residence and absences, assess any character issues, and confirm whether the spouse rules or the standard rules apply. We advise on documents, exemptions, and the timing of the application, prepare clear representations to address risks, and guide you from submission to the citizenship ceremony. Our aim is to make a technical process predictable and stress-free.
Ready to plan your route?
Your circumstances are individual, so if you are considering applying for British citizenship, don’t leave it to chance. Book a consultation with our immigration advisor and plan your clear, confident route towards citizenship.
