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The primary law governing nationality in the United Kingdom is the British Nationality Act 1981, which came into force on 1 January 1983. Regulations apply to the British Islands, which include the UK itself (England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) and the Crown dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man); and the 14 British ...
British Nationality Act 1981. An Act to make fresh provision about citizenship and nationality, and to amend the Immigration Act 1971 as regards the right of abode in the United Kingdom. The British Nationality Act 1981 (c. 61) is an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom concerning British nationality since 1 January 1983.
British nationality law has its origins in medieval England. There has always been a distinction in English law between the subjects of the monarch and aliens: the monarch's subjects owed him allegiance, and included those born in his dominions (natural-born subjects) and those who later gave him their allegiance (naturalised subjects or denizens
May 22, 2023 · British Nationality law. The history of British nationality law falls into 4 periods, which are marked by key pieces of legislation. before 1915. between 1915 and 1948. between 1949 and...
- This document provides background information about the history of nationality law and can be used in conjunction with guidance to assess citizensh...
- The history of British nationality law falls into 4 periods, which are marked by key pieces of legislation before 1915 between 1915 and 1948 betwee...
- The position at common lawBefore nationality legislation existed, there was a system of “Allegiance”. Feudal lords demanded the allegiance of their...
- British Nationality and Status of Aliens Act 1914The British Nationality and Status of Aliens Act 1914 came into effect on 1 January 1915. It was l...
- The British Nationality Act 1948The 1948 Act, which came into force on 1 January 1949, introduced the status of citizen of the UK and Colonies (CUK...
- The British Nationality Act 1981The aim of the British Nationality Act 1981 was to create a new law which would give all existing CUKCs a citizensh...
- Aden (South Yemen)Although the People’s Republic of Southern Yemen was formed on 30 November 1967, citizenship of the UK and Colonies (CUKC) was no...
May 24, 2023 · This act confirms the British nationality of people born in Great Britain and Northern Ireland between 1 January 1983 and 1 October 2000, to a parent who was either: considered settled by using...
15/12/2023. Status: This version of this Act contains provisions that are prospective. Changes to legislation: British Nationality Act 1981 is up to date with all changes known to be in force...
Sep 27, 2019 · It is the process used by foreign citizens who have immigrated to the UK and chosen to settle here and become British citizens. The law on naturalisation is set out in the British Nationality Act 1981 (as amended) which came into force on 1 January 1983.
