Registering A BOTC As A British Citizen Due To Connection With Gibraltar
If you are a British Overseas Territories Citizen (BOTC) through your connection with Gibraltar, you may be eligible to register as a British Citizen. At Aden & Co Solicitors, our dedicated nationality team provides expert immigration guidance and legal representation, offering fixed-fee services tailored to your application for British citizenship.
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Eligibility Criteria for British Citizenship
As a British Overseas Territories Citizen (BOTC) with ties to Gibraltar, you may qualify for British citizenship if you are recognized as a United Kingdom national for European Community purposes.
To establish a connection with Gibraltar, one of your parents must meet one of the following conditions:
- Born in Gibraltar;
- Naturalised in Gibraltar;
- Registered as a British Overseas Territories Citizen in Gibraltar;
- Registered as a citizen of the United Kingdom and Colonies in Gibraltar prior to 26 February 2002.
If your parents were unmarried, your eligibility must stem from your mother’s connection to Gibraltar.
How Aden & Co Solicitors Can Assist You with British Citizenship Applications
At Aden & Co Solicitors, our highly skilled team of nationality law solicitors based in London offers comprehensive legal representation for individuals applying for British citizenship. We manage every aspect of your British Citizenship application, guiding you through the process until a decision is made by the Home Office UKVI. Our experienced immigration solicitors provide the following expert services as part of your application process:
- Eligibility Assessment: We will thoroughly review your case, considering your immigration history and relevant details, to assess your eligibility for British citizenship.
- Success Probability and Risks: We will provide you with a realistic evaluation of your chances of success and highlight any potential challenges that could affect your application.
- Document Guidance: You will receive detailed advice on the required documentation to strengthen your application for British citizenship.
- Document Review: Our solicitors will scrutinize your supporting documents to ensure they meet the Home Office UKVI’s strict requirements.
- Form Submission: We will complete and submit your British citizenship application online, assist with paying the Home Office fees, and arrange your biometric enrolment appointment.
- Comprehensive Cover Letter: We will craft a detailed cover letter outlining your eligibility and referring to applicable laws, documentation, and Home Office requirements to support your application.
- Document Upload: We handle the uploading of all required documents and supporting evidence, including our detailed cover letter, to the Home Office system.
- End-to-End Support: Aden & Co Solicitors will provide full legal support throughout your British citizenship application until a decision is issued by the Home Office UKVI.
Comprehensive Fixed Fees for Adult British Citizenship Registration by Aden & Co Solicitors
At Aden & Co Solicitors, we provide expert guidance and professional services for individuals applying for British citizenship. Our fixed fees for adult registration as British citizens are structured based on the complexity and type of application, as outlined below:
| Service Provided | Fixed Fees Range (Excluding VAT, if applicable) |
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Full service for registration as a British Citizen for those born to a British mother before 1 January 1983 (UKM application) – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration of a Britiddsh National (Overseas) (BNO) as a British Citizen – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration of a British Overseas Citizen (BOC) as a British Citizen – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration as a British Citizen for a British Overseas Territories Citizen (BOTC) connected to Gibraltar – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration under Section 4(2) of the British Nationality Act 1981 (BNA) – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration under Section 4(5) of the British Nationality Act 1981 (BNA) on grounds of Crown service – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration of a BOTC under the discretion of the Secretary of State (Section 4A) – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for resuming British Citizenship after previously renouncing it – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
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Full service for registration of a BNO under the British Nationality (Hong Kong Act) 1997 – includes all work until the Home Office UKVI decision |
£2,000 to £3,000 |
The final fixed fee will vary depending on the complexity of your nationality status confirmation and the extent of casework involved. Additionally, Home Office UKVI fees are payable separately from the legal fees.