Immigration and Naturalization
Immigration is the relocation of a person to a non-native country. Immigration is done for several purposes such as com-
fortable living conditions, economic stability, as an asylum etc. Naturalization is the process by which the citizenship of
the country is granted to the immigrant. It helps the immigrant to enjoy the privileges of a native of the country. In the case
of refugees, naturalization will help them to acquire legal protection. Naturalization is common among immigrants from
developing countries. Countries, which are facing low population growth and lack of skilled professionals, encourage the
naturalization process. Immigration and naturalization are permitted in the constitution of most of the countries.
Immigration and naturalization laws require the immigrant, to be a permanent resident, for a particular period. Countries
such as US, Canada, UK, and Australia require permanent residence of minimum 5 years in the country. The moral
conduct of the person is very important. The language proficiency of the person is also considered. Children below
18 years will be naturalized along with their parents. There are several exemptions, military people and spouse of citizens
will get relaxation in the duration of permanent residence.
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The United kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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UK population has grown by more than a fifth since 1950 - in less than a lifetime. There are more than 60.5 million
people living in the UK, one of the most densely populated countries in the world, and our numbers are rising faster than
ever before. UK population is growing by more than 350,000 a year - adding the equivalent of a city larger than Cardiff -
and at the current growth rate of 0.6% a year would reach 100 million before the end of this century, passing 200 million
by 2206. These estimates outstrip the last four official projections. Although a poll (Ipsos-Mori) in August 2006 showed
that 33% of the public believe population growth to be the most serious threat to the future wellbeing of Britain,Read more
Who can live and work in the UK?
The rules for immigration to the UK differ depending on the nationality of the person wishing to stay. For people from some
countries, such as those in the European Union, or those with family links to the UK, such as marriage to a UK citizen,
the process is fairly simple. For other countries it is more complicated and they may need to apply under one of the
schemes for allowing foreign nationals to work in the UK.
Application for immigration to the UK are administered by a part of the Home Office known as the
Border and Immigration Agency. This guide has information on current UK legislation on immigration.
You can find more detailed information about a wide range of aspects of life in this country on the Directgov website
Home page of the Home Office
 Keep upto date on the debate on imigration into the UK.
We are a voluntary, non political, body which is concerned about the present scale of immigration into the UK.
Planning on working, studying or just paying a visit to the UK? Find out if you need a visa at this government site
In-depth news, background, tensions and features surrounding immigration and asylum seekers in the UK
Immigration The process of settling in a different country Figures show that more than one million foreign nationals
have come to the UK since 1997 to work for at least a year, but how many stay for
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