To apply, you'll need to gather several important documents for your appointment. Here's a handy list of what you'll need:
| Document Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport-sized photo | One for each applicant, even if only one is from outside the UK. |
| Proof of current immigration status | For example, a visa. |
| Translation of any non-English documents | Required if applicable. |
| Confirmation of settled or pre-settled status for EU/EEA applicants | Bring either a share code from the 'view and prove your immigration status' service or your certificate of application from the EU Settlement Scheme if applicable. |
| Proof of identity | Valid passport or Home Office travel document. If you don't have a passport, you'll need a birth certificate (and proof of parents’ nationality if born after January 1, 1983). |
| Proof of address | This can include a utility bill (less than 3 months old, not a mobile phone bill), bank statement (no more than 1 month old), or your most recent Council Tax bill. |
| Evidence of name change (if applicable) | Change of name deed or deed poll document if you've changed your name. |
| Proof that a marriage or civil partnership has ended (if applicable) | Original UK Decree Absolute, overseas divorce papers, death certificate, or documents confirming annulment. |
Make sure to have all these documents ready for your appointment! If you need to review the application process further, you can check out the details online.