Fees and Processing Times
Adult naturalisation currently costs a £1,605 application fee plus a £130 citizenship ceremony fee, making a total of £1,735. The adult registration fee is £1,446. For children under 18 the registration fee is £1,214 and they do not need to take the Life in the UK Test. Some councils charge additional local ceremony fees of £150–£300. Fees are non‑refundable.
Applications are usually decided within six to eight months. Processing times can vary depending on the complexity of your case and whether further information is needed.