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Understand a nationality question connected to armed-forces service
Service history can be relevant to some British nationality enquiries. It should not be treated as an automatic passport entitlement for every person who has served or has a serving relative.
Which person's history matters?
The individual, the nature and dates of service, existing nationality and family circumstances can affect the question. A family connection to service is different from the applicant's own position.
What does a review establish?
A focused review can distinguish existing citizenship from a possible application to acquire it. Recruitment into the armed forces is a separate process. Discuss the actual service connection and the records or decision behind the enquiry.
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