Application to waive the stamp duty for a child under 18 applying for British citizenship.

Families who cannot afford British citizenship for their children can get it for free.

The government has a policy of waiving the fee for under-18 applicants for citizenship. They will be able to apply to avoid paying the £1,214 fee when they apply to be registered as British.

This refers to cases where the fee would affect the child’s basic living needs, but subject to sufficient evidence.

A key criterion for eligibility to have the fee waived is whether the family will have sufficient resources to pay it once they have met the child’s basic needs for food and accommodation.

This requires detailed evidence to be gathered about the financial situation of the family and of anyone on whom the applicant (the child) depends.

Providing sufficient evidence is entirely the responsibility of the applicant and the parent(s) so that they can show with evidence how their financial circumstances do not enable them to pay the child’s citizenship fee.

The case officer has the discretion to decide whether the evidence provided is sufficient and adequate.

The particulars must include:

• sources of income,
• any bank accounts,
• and any savings, investments, shares, mortgages.

Evidence of the household will be required such as utility bills, rents, food, condition of the home.

The charge will only be waivable if there is compelling evidence that paying it will prevent the child’s needs being met. Applies to children in the UK or outside the Kingdom.

The only exception to proving that they cannot afford the fee applies only in cases for children on state or council maintenance. Their fee is waived simply by marking this on the form when applying for citizenship.

Are there any other requirements apart from providing evidence of living and financial circumstances?

Yes, at least one parent must have settled status and/or the child must have had settled status for at least 1 year.

How can we help you?

• The immigration adviser will discuss your case in detail and refer you to your specific evidence
• He will submit an application for fee waiver
• If you are approved, you will be able to proceed with your child’s application for British citizenship without a fee. If you are not approved, you can apply for the child’s citizenship with payment of the stamp duty. Read about our service here Registering for British citizenship for children under 18.

What to do?

• First book a consultation appointment here: https://help4bg.co.uk/imigracionna-konsultaciq-koqto-ne-e-za-statut/
• Then fill in our details form
• And provide and email us the necessary evidence

How much does our service cost?

Our fee is £320, but it could save you over £1200 pounds if you are approved for a no stamp duty application.