§ Mr. Bruce GeorgeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what the average length of time is for a citizen of Thailand married to a British citizen to apply successfully for British nationality. [3194]
§ Angela EagleIt is not possible to provide the specific information requested.
The average waiting times for processing British nationality applications, for persons married to British citizens, is currently 11.5 months.
In addition there is also a requirement for the applicant to have been resident in the United Kingdom for three years prior to the date of application and not be subject to any time limit under the immigration laws.