Do I have to wait 12 months with ILR before applying for citezenship?

For EEA nationals that have ILR under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS): - they can show that they have been free from immigration time restrictions for 12 months before applying using a combination of current EUSS, leave and permanent residence they previously held under the EEA Regulations. Does this mean that I need to have my ILR for 12 months before I apply for citizenship? What if I qualified for ILR previously but there was a delay with the application to officially get the Settled-status?

Public Answer

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Usually, you would need to hold Settled Status or Indefinite Leave to Remain for at least 12 months from the date of issue. There are different rules for those married to a British Citizen.  For more information, please call 02039599123 or click here 

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