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What does citizenship by descent cost?
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A transparent, government-fee-based estimate. Adjust your generations and circumstances, compare countries, and share the link.
Estimated United Kingdom citizenship cost
$1,420 – $2,376
Most applicants pay around $2,041 · ~3 documents
Government & filing
Nationality registration: ~£1,000 child / £1,540 adult; a passport (if already British by descent) is separate.
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What's not included
Estimates are based on public government fees and typical vendor costs, last verified 2026-05-28. This is not legal or financial advice — confirm current fees with the relevant authority.