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A parent with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK before their childs birth and later gained British citizenship can apply for the childs British citizenship. The child, born outside the UK, can be registered under Section 3(1) of the British Nationality Act 1981 using Form MN1. Requirements include proof of the parents British citizenship, the childs identity, age, residence, and good character (if over 10). The Other - apply at the discretion of the Home Secretary category is often selected in such cases. Consult a legal expert for specific advice.Full Conversation
I obtained my Indefinite Leave to Remain in the Uk at * February. And my first son was born outside uk at * May. Then later *, i gained british citizenship
****, I can certainly provide some general legal information. I assume you need information regarding your son's citizenship status, is that correct?
Yes he was born in ghana so can i apply citizenship for him
Certainly. Since you gained British citizenship while your son was under *, you can apply for your son's British citizenship. This falls under 'registration of a child under * as a British citizen'. Please refer to the UK government's official website for the application process.
I mean i had my ILR in th uk before his birth
Based on the information you provided:
- As you had ILR before your son's birth, he doesn't automatically get UK citizenship.
- However, since you became a British Citizen when he was under *, you can apply for his registration as a British Citizen under Section *(*) of the British Nationality Act *.
- As you had ILR before your son's birth, he doesn't automatically get UK citizenship.
- However, since you became a British Citizen when he was under *, you can apply for his registration as a British Citizen under Section *(*) of the British Nationality Act *.
He hasn't been in the uk before
Even if your son hasn't been in the UK before, as a British citizen, you can still apply for his registration as a British Citizen under Section *(*) of the British Nationality Act *. It's best to consult with a legal expert for specific advice.
Which form
The form you need to apply for registration of a child under * as a British citizen is "Form MN1". You can find it on the UK government's official website. Please read the guidance notes carefully before filling out the form.
List all the requirements
For applying via "Form MN1", requirements include:
- Proof of your British citizenship
- Proof of your child's identity and age
- Evidence of your child's residence
- Your child's good character, if they're over *.
Please consult the form's guidance notes for detailed information.
- Proof of your British citizenship
- Proof of your child's identity and age
- Evidence of your child's residence
- Your child's good character, if they're over *.
Please consult the form's guidance notes for detailed information.
*All
Sure, here's a summary of our discussion:
- You, a British citizen, can apply for your son's registration as a British Citizen under Section *(*) of the British Nationality Act *.
- This is possible even if your son, born in Ghana, hasn't been in the UK before.
- Application should be made using "Form MN1".
- Requirements include proof of your British citizenship, your child's identity, age, residence, and good character (if over *).
For more details, refer to the guidance notes on the form.
- You, a British citizen, can apply for your son's registration as a British Citizen under Section *(*) of the British Nationality Act *.
- This is possible even if your son, born in Ghana, hasn't been in the UK before.
- Application should be made using "Form MN1".
- Requirements include proof of your British citizenship, your child's identity, age, residence, and good character (if over *).
For more details, refer to the guidance notes on the form.
Link
To provide you with the most accurate information, could you please confirm what you mean by "Link"? Are you asking for a link to the "Form MN1" application or to the British Nationality Act *?
Link to the mn1 form
Sure, you can access the MN1 form on the UK government's official website. Here's the link:
[Form MN1](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-to-register-child-under-*-as-british-citizen-form-mn1)
Please read the guidance notes carefully before filling out the form.
[Form MN1](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-to-register-child-under-*-as-british-citizen-form-mn1)
Please read the guidance notes carefully before filling out the form.
While filling the forms came across this.
I understand. Could you please specify what part of the form you are having trouble with so that I can provide more targeted assistance?
Your parent is British by descent and lived in the UK or a British Overseas territory for at least 3 years before you were born
Your parent is British by descent and you and your parents (unless they are legally separated) are now living in the UK or a British Overseas territory
You were born on or after * January * and your parent was serving in the UK armed forces
You were adopted abroad by British citizen parents
You were born before * July * to a British father and your parents were not married
One or both of your parents is applying for British citizenship
Other - apply at the discretion of the Home Secretary
These are different situations under which a person might obtain British citizenship. In your son's case, since you were a British citizen when he was under *, you can apply for his citizenship under the 'Other' category. Do you need further guidance on filling out the form?
With this i was asked if i was born outside uk and this option came up: Your parent is British by descent and lived in the UK or a British Overseas territory for at least 3 years before you were born
Your parent is British by descent and you and your parents (unless they are legally separated) are now living in the UK or a British Overseas territory
You were born on or after * January * and your parent was serving in the UK armed forces
You were adopted abroad by British citizen parents
You were born before * July * to a British father and your parents were not married
One or both of your parents is applying for British citizenship
Other - apply at the discretion of the Home Secretary
From the options provided, your son's situation may fall under 'Other - apply at the discretion of the Home Secretary' as you, a British citizen, are applying for his citizenship. Is there something specific you need help with regarding this section?
Are you sure i should chose the OTHER
Yes, in your son's case, since none of the specific conditions apply and you were a British citizen when he was under *, you would choose 'Other - apply at the discretion of the Home Secretary'. Please consult with a legal expert for specific advice.
Is this how other successfully applicant's selected in this situation
Yes, it's common for applicants in similar situations to choose 'Other - apply at the discretion of the Home Secretary'. However, every case is unique. It's advisable to consult with a legal expert for specific advice tailored to your situation.
Hi
****! How can I assist you with your legal inquiry today?
I obtained my Indefinite Leave to Remain in the Uk at * February. And my first son was born outside uk at * May. Then later *, i gained british citizenship
Sure, I understand your situation. Can you please clarify what specific legal information or guidance you're seeking regarding your situation?
Citizenship for my son
To obtain British citizenship for your son, you may need to register him. Here are some key points:
- If your son was born before you got British citizenship, he isn't automatically British.
- You can register your son as a British citizen.
- Some fees and documentation are required.
Can I know which country your son was born in? This can affect the process.
- If your son was born before you got British citizenship, he isn't automatically British.
- You can register your son as a British citizen.
- Some fees and documentation are required.
Can I know which country your son was born in? This can affect the process.
I had ILR in the UK before his birth
Thank you for the additional information. Can you please clarify if your son has lived in the UK for at least 3 years? This will help understand the requirements for his British citizenship application.
He was born outside uk
I understand. Here are some key points:
- If your son has lived in the UK for at least 3 years, he may be eligible for registration.
- He must also be under * at the time of application.
- Please confirm his current living situation.
- If your son has lived in the UK for at least 3 years, he may be eligible for registration.
- He must also be under * at the time of application.
- Please confirm his current living situation.
He Has not been to uk before
I see. Given that your son hasn't lived in the UK, he may need to apply for a family visa first. Is he under * and do you plan to bring him to the UK soon?