How do I register as a British citizen under the British Nationality (Hong Kong) Act 1997?

This section provides details of how to register as a British citizen under the British Nationality (Hong Kong) Act 1997.

Registrations should be made using application form EM. Before you send us your form, you should ensure that you have read the section on eligibility.

Before you make your application for citizenship you should read guide EM - registration as a British citizen. This guide provides full details of the requirements you need to meet and how to complete the application form. You will need to confirm on the application form that you have read and understood the guide.

Completing the form

This page provides details of how to complete the application form EM.

The documents we require

This page provides details of the documents you need to provide to us to support your application.

The citizenship you will acquire

This page provides details of the type of citizenship you will acquire if your application is successful and what this means for your family.

Application forms

Registration as a British citizen under the British Nationality (Hong Kong) Act 1997

Choose a different form

See also