
Create a clear, expedited route to citizenship for Afghans resettled under ARAP, many with ILR since 2021. Grant automatic citizenship with no need to apply if they have 5 years' continuous residence, pass the Life in the UK test, have English competency, good character and no criminal convictions.
Shabana Mahmood
Home Secretary
Grant citizenship to residents living in the UK for 15+ years & their children
Grant UK citizenship to anyone with Indefinite Leave to Remain or Settled Status
Automatically grant UK citizenship to people affected by historical unfairness
Keep the 5-year Indefinite Leave to Remain ILR for ex-Gurkhas & their families
Grant Voting Rights in General Elections to UK Residents with Settled Status
Create a clear, expedited route to citizenship for Afghans resettled under ARAP, many with ILR since 2021. Grant automatic citizenship with no need to apply if they have 5 years' continuous residence, pass the Life in the UK test, have English competency, good character and no criminal convictions.
Grant citizenship to residents living in the UK for 15+ years & their children
Grant UK citizenship to anyone with Indefinite Leave to Remain or Settled Status
Automatically grant UK citizenship to people affected by historical unfairness
Keep the 5-year Indefinite Leave to Remain ILR for ex-Gurkhas & their families
Grant Voting Rights in General Elections to UK Residents with Settled Status