After naturalising as British, individuals can apply for their first British passport. This is strongly recommended, as it is the best way to evidence your new nationality. You can apply for a British passport from inside or outside the UK, although applying from inside the UK is easier and much quicker, as priority processing options are available.
You can apply for a British passport if you hold British nationality.
There are various documents you must provide, all of which should be easy to secure if you have recently naturalised.
You will need to take a digital photo of yourself, which will be used as your photograph in your new passport.
Your application will need to be endorsed by a counter-signatory who must be a British or Irish citizen; be a professional person; not be related to you; not be living at your address; not be working for the Home Office. Your counter-signatory will need to log on to the online system, and confirm your identity, that they have known you for at least two years, and that the details given in your application are correct to the best of their knowledge.
The expert solicitors at Latitude Law can provide expert advice on all aspects of British Passport applications. We can provide detailed guidance about the requirements or prepare the entire application alongside a detailed representation document explaining how the relevant rules are met.
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"Many thanks to the amazing Latitude Law team, especially Gary McIndoe and Anna Sullivan, for expertly handling my passport application. Mine was a very complicated and multi-faceted case, but thanks to the wonderful Latitude Law, I succeeded in getting my passport in a timely manner and would definitely recommend Latitude Law for any immigration or citizenship matters. When working with them, you can rest assured that you are in good hands."
Latitude Law has significant experience of preparing successful British Passport applications. We have assisted clients with tackling some of the most complex issues that can arise for British Passport applicants; we are able to provide pragmatic advice and meet our clients’ needs.
Working with a law firm can be a big decision, which is why we ensure that our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We are a highly driven team that is dedicated to providing clear and reliable immigration advice.
As a boutique law firm specialising in UK-inbound immigration, our lawyers can provide up-to-the-minute legal advice on how any changes will impact your application.
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As the requirements for applying for a British passport are complex, to ensure success, you should seek specialist advice from an immigration solicitor before you proceed with an application. Latitude Law’s specialist lawyers can advise you about your individual requirements and ensure that your supporting documentation is compliant with the very latest immigration rules.
Get in touch with our legal team today on 0300 131 6767 or fill out our enquiry form and we will get straight back to you. Face your future knowing you have the dedicated support of one of our expert lawyers.
Adult passports will be valid for a maximum period of ten years. Child passports will be valid for a maximum period of five years.
The refusal of a British Passport application can be challenged by way of Judicial Review in limited circumstances, please contact our team to discuss your refusal in more detail.
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