What To Do If Your British Citizenship Application Is Delayed

Has your British citizenship application been delayed? Learn why applications can take longer than expected, when to contact UKVI and what steps you can take to seek a resolution.

Applying for British citizenship is often the final step in your immigration journey.

However, while the Home Office aims to process most naturalisation applications within six months, delays can happen and leave applicants facing uncertainty and frustration.

Here, we explain why delays occur, what steps you can take and when it may be appropriate to seek legal advice.

Has your application actually been delayed?

Before taking any action, it is worth checking whether your application is genuinely delayed.

The Home Office aims to decide most British citizenship (naturalisation) applications within six months of receiving your application. This is usually calculated from the date you attended your biometric appointment.