Form AN is the official application form used to apply for British Citizenship by Naturalisation. Naturalisation is a legal process to become a citizen, where applicants demonstrate their eligibility according to the legal requirements under the British Nationality...
If you are the partner of a British citizen or a settled person and have lived in the UK for almost 5 years, the SET(M) application form is the next step to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK. This post provides an overview of the SET(M) application form,...
The terms citizenship and naturalisation are often used interchangeably, but under UK nationality law they hold different meanings. This post explains the difference between British citizenship and naturalisation under the British Nationality Act 1981, how each arises...
On 20 November 2025, the UK Home Office published A Fairer Pathway to Settlement: A statement and accompanying consultation on earned settlement, proposing the most far‑reaching reform of settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain, or ILR) in decades. The paper seeks to...
The Home Office has announced a major update to the UK Immigration Rules through the Statement of Changes (HC 1333), published on 14 October 2025. These amendments implement measures first outlined in the Restoring Control Over the Immigration System White Paper and...
Last updated: 09 October 2025 Our team will keep this page updated as further announcements and clarifications are issued by the Home Office, ensuring you have access to the latest verified immigration developments. How changes to UK immigration rules might affect...
