Nationality checking service

How do I obtain British Nationality application forms and information?

You can request application forms and information from the Nationality Enquiries Team, Customer Services Directorate, PO Box 36, Liverpool L2 0QN or download from the Home Office web site.

If you would like further advice you can phone the Nationality Helpline on 0845 010 5200.

What is the Nationality Checking Service?

You can apply for British citizenship at a selected local Register Office if you use the Nationality Checking Service. Upon payment of a standard charge, a registered adviser will check that your application form has been completed correctly and take photocopies of all necessary supporting documents. Your application form, together with certified photocopies of documents, is sent to the Home Office for you, enabling you to keep your passport and other important documents.

A Nationality Checking Service appointment can be booked at the following Register Offices:

• Aldershot

• Basingstoke

• Eastleigh

• Fareham

• Ringwood

• Winchester

Fees

Single Applications:

Adult - £50

Child - £50

Family Applications:

Adult - £50 each

Children - £25 each if applied for at the same time as the parents to a maximum of £150 per family, regardless of the number of children applying at the same time.

All of our offices have the facility to take payment by debit/credit card and you are encouraged to pay using this method. All charges are inclusive of VAT.

How do I make an appointment to use the Nationality Checking Service?

You can phone 01962 846221 or email registration.hq@hants.gov.uk

Alternatively you can write to:

Nationality Checking Service, Winchester Register Office, Station Hill, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8TJ.