British Nationality application and absenses in last 12 months

[Shoaib_msd]

Hi All,

I have a question in regards to absenes in last 12 months before applying for British citizenship. I am aware that 90 days of absense is allowed in last 12 months but not sure how last 12 months are calculated.

If i apply on 15/09/2021 then will my last 12 months be counted from 15/09/2020 or home office counts full months like 01/09/2020 to 01/09/2021?

I am asking this because if i apply today 03/09/2021 then in last 12 months ie 03/09/2020 my absenses are over 100 days so want to wait for another 12 days to bring the days below 90.

Please advise. Thanks

[CR001]

It's 12 months counting backwards from the date your submit and pay online. It is not calendar months if you apply part way through a month

[magicsign]

According to HO naturalisation guides they normally apply discretion for absences in the last 12 months less or equal to 100.

[Shoaib_msd]

Thanks both for your replies.

One more query please. I am aware that i need to be present in UK 3 years prior to my citizenship application as i am spouse of british citizen. I fulfill this requirement.

However not sure if this applies to the last 12 month as well. As i will be applying on 15/09/2021, do i need to be present in UK on 15/09/2020 also. I was not in UK on 15/09/2020.

Please advise. Thanks

[CR001]

There is NO requirement to be present 12 month before the date of application.

[Shoaib_msd]

Thanks a million CR001 and magicsign for your replies.