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Application to register as British citizen: form EM

Form to register as a British citizen through residence in Hong Kong before 1997.

Updates to this page

From:
UK Visas and Immigration
Published:
29 November 2007
Last updated:
4 August 2026
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  1. Updated the contact details for help with citizenship enquiries.

  2. Updated section on 'Travelling to and from the UK after becoming a British citizen' in guidance.

  3. Updated the declaration on the Application for registration as a British citizen under the Hong Kong Act: form EM.

  4. The guidance has been updated to reflect changes to the good character policy.

  5. Added a new section to the guidance, on 'Will I get digital status showing I am a British citizen?'

  6. Updated in line with changes to the biometric residence permit (BRP).

  7. Updates to fees links and travel advice after becoming British.

  8. Updated the 'Guidance on registering as a British citizen under the British Nationality (Hong Kong) Act 1997 using form EM'.

  9. It is taking longer than usual to process applications because of coronavirus (COVID-19). This will not affect the decision.

  10. Application form updated with GDPR policy.

  11. Updated application form EM.

  12. Updated guide.

  13. Updated guide.

  14. First published.

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Application for registration as a British citizen under the Hong Kong Act: form EM

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Details

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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