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British National (Overseas)

Commons · Question 3813 · Tabled 2 Sep 2024 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 9 Sep 2024

Question

Asked by Charlotte Nichols

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what her policy is on the citizenship status of individuals with British National (Overseas) visas.

Answer

Answered by Seema Malhotra, 9 Sep 2024

British National (Overseas) (BN(O)) status holders may apply for a BN(O) visa which entitles them and their dependent family members to reside in the UK. After completing 5 years’ qualifying residence in the UK, and being free from immigration time restri...