Citizenship ceremonies

You don't need to contact us to book a ceremony. We will write to you to invite you to your citizenship ceremony.

The ceremony lasts about 45 minutes and includes:

introduction and welcome
new citizens will then swear or affirm allegiance to the Queen and make a pledge of loyalty
presentation of citizenship certificate

There may be a professional photographer at your ceremony. Photographs will be available to buy on the day:

£13 for a photograph of the presentation of your British Citizenship Certificate
£7 passport photographs

You can pay by credit/debit card or with cash.

Contact us on 0300 555 1392 to arrange a private Citizenship ceremony.

Venue	Monday to Friday
Register Office Ceremony Room	£166 (includes £67 booking fee)
Other venues	See other ceremonies fees