Application to register as British citizen: form EM
Form to register as a British citizen through residence in Hong Kong before 1997.
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Use this form if you were resident in Hong Kong before 4 February 1997 and still are when you apply. You must meet very strict requirements, which you can find in the guidance.
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Last updated 4 October 2023 + show all updates
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Updated the 'Guidance on registering as a British citizen under the British Nationality (Hong Kong) Act 1997 using form EM'.
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It is taking longer than usual to process applications because of coronavirus (COVID-19). This will not affect the decision.
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Application form updated with GDPR policy.
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Updated application form EM.
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Updated guide.
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Updated guide.
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First published.