Should one be currently employed for Naturalisation

[rajnikakkar]

Hi All,

I need some assistance regarding a Naturalisation query -

I am eligible for Naturalisation on all grounds, however not working currently.

I have been contracting since last 4/5 years and have got my limited company closed down in Sep/ Oct 2016 due to knee surgery. So, I am not working since last 6-8 months.

I have proofs to show the tax paid for my last employment - personal, corporation tax and P60 as well.

Now, AN form has no option to say - Not employed. Could this be an issue if I leave it blank?

Does one need to be employed currently for naturalisation?

Please can someone help as I have my NCS appointment on 20th March.

Thanks,
Rajni

[CR001]

Employment is not a requirement for citizenship and you can state 'unemployed'.

You must however state all your employment in the form as asked.

[secret.simon]

Assuming that you are asking about naturalisation in the UK, employment is not a requirement for naturalisation. Housewives who meet the requirement have got naturalisation.

There is generally a field at the end of the form for additional information. You can mention it there.

What will be looked at is your taxation and income history and whether you have met the requirements for your leave to remain in the UK at all times during your stay in the UK. That will evaluated for the "good character" requirements.