Eligibility routes

There are more routes to a British passport than most people realise

Many people qualify right now, through family history, colonial links or residence in the UK.

01

Citizenship by Ancestry

If a parent or grandparent was born in the UK, British Islands, or Ireland before May 1922, you may have an automatic claim to British nationality.

Learn about ancestry route

02

Citizenship by Marriage

Spouses and civil partners of British citizens can register for citizenship after meeting residence and "good character" requirements.

Learn about marriage route

03

Naturalisation

If you live in the UK and hold Indefinite Leave to Remain or Settled Status, you may qualify for naturalisation as a British citizen.

Learn about naturalisation

04

Colonial and Territory Links

Descent from someone born or resident in a former British colony or protectorate may entitle you to British nationality through registration.

Learn about registration route

05

Children and Minors

Recent changes to nationality law have expanded eligibility for children of unmarried British fathers, adopted children and those with British grandparents.

Learn about children's routes

06

Right of Abode

Some people already have the right to live and work in the UK without a visa. We can determine if you hold Right of Abode and what it means for citizenship.

Learn about Right of Abode

What we do

Citizenship, visas and settlement, handled in one place

Citizenship

Eligibility checks and applications for British citizenship by ancestry, registration, naturalisation, marriage, and for children.

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Personal Immigration

Ancestry, spouse, child, visitor, student, Global Talent, Innovator Founder and BNO visas, plus Right of Abode.

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Business Immigration

Sponsor licences and visas for Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility and Scale-up routes, with a Route to Work check.

Explore business routes

Indefinite Leave

Settlement routes including ILR from ancestry or BNO visas, family and worker routes, the EU Settlement Scheme and 10-year residence.

Explore settlement

Our process

From enquiry to British passport

A clear, structured path to your application, refined over thousands of cases.
No surprises.

Apply for a British passport

01

Tell us your story

Submit your ancestry, residence and family details using our enquiry form. No documents needed at this stage.

02

Eligibility report

Our nationality caseworkers review your information and produce a written eligibility report, usually within 5 working days.

03

Fixed-price quote

If you qualify, we send a transparent fixed-price proposal for your application. No hidden fees, no surprises.

04

Application and submission

We prepare your documents, write representations, and oversee submission to the Home Office on your behalf.

05

Citizenship and passport

Upon approval, you receive your citizenship certificate and can apply for your British passport.

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Client testimonials

Trusted by clients around the world

★★★★★

We recently applied for citizenship for our two children from South Africa. Jamal from Passportia was highly professional and so positive. From the outset he assured us that it was possible despite many other companies saying they could not help us. We are pleased to say that both children are now officially British citizens.

Passportia client

★★★★★

Jamal has been extremely helpful in advising on the best way to obtain dual citizenship and has made the whole process as smooth and painless as possible. I can highly recommend his services and the efficient and professional manner in which he has guided me through every step.

Passportia client

 

★★★★★

This morning Julian and I attended the British Consulate in Sydney and became British citizens - thank you so much for all your help in getting this done for us.

F.M. and J.M., Sydney, Australia

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Why Passportia

Expert, regulated, accountable

IAA regulated

Authorised and regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority at Level 2. Reference: F201300772.

Bar Standards Board

Our legal team is held to the highest professional and ethical standards in UK law.

ICO registered

Your data is protected under GDPR and UK data protection law. Registration: A1028939.

Fast turnaround

Eligibility reports delivered in 5 working days, not months. Efficient and precise.

Global client base

We have advised clients in the US, Australia, South Africa, Hong Kong, and across Europe.

US phone line

Dedicated US contact number: +1 (305) 770 6530. Speak to a real adviser today.

Take the first step

Find out if you qualify, today and for free

Our assessment costs nothing. If you qualify, we'll tell you exactly how to proceed and what it will cost, with no obligation to continue.

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