Citizenship

Information about citizenship including nationality checking service and European passport return service.

Your citizenship ceremony

Information on citizenship ceremonies. You are required to attend a ceremony if you have applied for and been granted British Citizenship.
Frequently asked questions about Citizenship Ceremonies

Frequently asked questions about Citizenship Ceremonies.
Brexit

Send us your questions and thoughts about the issues Brexit may cause for you, your business or your education.

Nationality Document Return Service

Nationality Document Return Service (NDRS)

Information about the NDRS. The Council can copy and certify documents in support of an online citizenship application so that you can keep your important documents while your application is being processed.
Joint Citizenship and Passport Applications (JCAP)

Information about completing a passport application at the same time as your Nationality Document Return Service (NDRS) appointment if you have completed an online citizenship application.

Nationality Checking Service (NCS)

Information about the nationality checking service which is offered by the Council to help with citizenship applications.
Frequently asked questions about Nationality Checking Services (NCS)

Frequently asked questions about Nationality Checking Services (NCS).

European Passport Return Service (EPRS)

Information for European Economic Area and Swiss nationals who have applied online for a Document Certifying Permanent residence or a Registration Certificate.
Frequently asked questions about the European Passport Return Service (EPRS)

Frequently asked questions about the European Passport Return Service (EPRS).

Settlement Checking Service (SCS)

Information about the Settlement Checking Service which is offered for spouses and partners of British or settled persons applying with the SET(M) form.
Frequently asked questions about the Settlement Checking Service (SCS)

Frequently asked questions about the Settlement Checking Service (SCS).