Category: British Citizenship

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Over 120,000 British Nationals Gain EU Citizenship Since Brexit

More than 120,000 British nationals have been naturalised in European countries since the 2016 Brexit referendum, according to the latest Eurostat data. Between 2016 and 2023, 110,295 British nationals obtained citizenship in EU member states, with Germany leading at 36,888, followed by France (20,966), Sweden (11,384), the Netherlands (9,000), and Belgium (7,741). An additional 11,000…
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UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for EU Travellers

From 2 April 2025, EU nationals traveling to the UK for tourism or transit must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before departure. This requirement, previously only for non-EU nationals,​ will now apply to EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens including ​those simply passing through the UK. You don’t need an ETA if you are a British…
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More British Nationals Switching Citizenship for EU Access

A growing number of British nationals are applying for Irish citizenship, with applications reaching record levels since Brexit. Irish authorities have granted citizenship to over 5,000 people in recent years, and British citizens have consistently been among the top applicants. Since 2021, applications for Irish citizenship have surged, driven by British nationals seeking the advantages…
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Stricter Rules for British Citizenship Applicants From 2025

Starting 10 February 2025, new changes to the “good character” requirement will make it significantly harder for individuals who entered the United Kingdom (UK) illegally to become British citizens. Under the updated rules, any applicant who entered the UK unlawfully will typically be refused citizenship, regardless of how much time has passed since their illegal…
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Home Office To Raise Immigration Fees in 2025

The Home Office has unveiled plans to significantly increase immigration and nationality fees, as announced on 16 January 2025.  These proposed changes, outlined in the draft Immigration and Nationality (Fees) (Amendment) Order 2025, are set to take effect as soon as they receive approval from both the House of Commons and the Lords. The Government…
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