Citizenship ceremonies

If your application to become a British citizen has been successful you will need to book a citizenship ceremony.

 

For ceremonies in Leicester City, please call the Leicester City Registration Service on 0116 454 1000.

When you receive your invitation you must swear or affirm an oath, and make a pledge of allegiance at a citizenship ceremony within 3 months. This is a legal requirement and if you miss the deadline you may have to apply again.

Information we need from you:

  • details from the invitation sent to you from the Home Office
  • names of your guests (up to 2 adults, plus children)

What to bring on the day:

  • the original invitation sent to you from the Home Office
  • photographic ID

Booking a ceremony

Citizenship Ceremonies are held at Leicestershire Register Office, Anstey Frith House at County Hall. For more information or to book a citizenship ceremony please call us.