Expert Legal Guidance for U.S. Citizens and Residents with British Roots

We help U.S. citizens and residents unlock their right to British citizenship—whether through descent, naturalisation, registration, or historical entitlements. British nationality law is layered and often technical, especially for those born abroad to British parents. Our firm is highly experienced in navigating the nuances of these cases and advocating for those whose rights may have been overlooked due to outdated or unfair legal standards.

We Handle a Wide Range of British Citizenship Applications:

Citizenship by Descent (Single and Double Descent)

• First-generation descent from a British parent
• Second-generation descent through maternal or paternal lines (including colonial and historic exceptions)

Historical Injustices and Legal Corrections

• Children born abroad to British mothers before 1983
• Individuals denied citizenship due to marital status of parents or illegitimacy laws
• Descendants of former British colonies who lost status under decolonisation transitions

Citizenship by Registration

• Discretionary applications for children or adults with a UK connection
• Special provisions for children of British fathers who were not married to their mothers

Naturalisation as a British Citizen

• Residency- and spouse-based applications
• Good character, language, and Life in the UK test guidance

Why Larhdel Law?

• Expertise in British
• Specialists in complex nationality claims
• Cross-border documentation and case experience
• Clear, strategic advice with full legal support

Not Sure If You Qualify? British nationality law is complex—and even if you were previously told you don’t qualify, changes in law or historical exceptions may apply to you today. Book a consultation with Larhdel Law to explore your citizenship options and uncover your connection to the United Kingdom.