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ARTICLE · 05 FEBRUARY 2021

British Nationals (Overseas) Route Opened

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The BN(O) route allows status holders to work, study and live in the UK with the option to apply for permanent residency after they have been UK residents for five years.

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Lucy Halse
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Key Points

  • A BN(O) route has opened permitting BN(O) status holders to work, live and study in the UK
  • Applicants can apply through the new digital application system starting on February 23, 2021
  • BN(O) status holders can apply for a 2.5-year or five-year visa
  • BN(O) applicants may seek permanent residency if they have lived in the UK for five years or more
  • BN(O) status holders may sponsor dependents, including spouses, civil partners and children
  • All family members must apply at the same time
  • BN(O) status holders who have a BN(O) passport issued between 1987-1997 with a 10-year validity do not need to reapply
  • Application fees apply for primary applicants and dependents

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