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Read the MN1 guidance to find out if you can register a child under 18 as a British citizen if they qualify through birth or adoption.
It is also for children whose parents gave up British citizenship and then got it back, and for some other cases.
Published 22 March 2019 Last updated 28 September 2022 +show all updates
Updated version added to reflect current guidance.
Added accessible version of guide.
Minor correction to section 3(2) to make it easier for those who qualify for citizenship under this section to understand how they qualify.
