Citizenship ceremonies - Important service update

All citizenship ceremonies have been cancelled and no new bookings are being taken until further Government instruction has been received.

Home Office guidance indicates that all applicants will automatically receive an extension of six months in which to attend their ceremony.

We appreciate your understanding at this very difficult time.

Citizenship ceremonies

Attending a ceremony

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

What happens at a 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

Photography

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.

Private ceremonies

Venue	Monday to Friday
Register Office Ceremony Room	£186 (includes £69 booking fee)
Other venues	See other ceremonies fees

Citizenship ceremonies - Important service update