I am finalizing my training to make the application to Royals. I was simply going to apply as a Commonwealth citizen, but recently discovered I am actually a British citizen (through my mother) yet I have never lived in the UK, I was born and raised in Canada.
I have a few questions for those who are dual citizens of Canada and the UK, and have applied as such.
I heard that it is more difficult for dual citizens than it is for simply commonwealth citizens to get in.
I haven't applied for my UK passport yet, I wanted to know if acquiring it would complicate my application for the Royal Marines.
To those who are Commonwealth citizens, and dual UK/CAD nationals, could you tell me how your application went, how did you start it, and (to the dual citizens) were there problems because you were a dual national and not simply a commonwealth citizen?
I am debating whether to wait a few months and acquire my UK passport or to go ahead and apply as a Commonwealth citizen.
Any answers are very much appreciated, thank you.
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Application process for dual nationals, CAD/UK.
Application process for dual nationals, CAD/UK.
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I applied as a commonwealth. You've probably read all the horrid sounding stuff about being a uk resident for five years etc. I think the best thing to do is apply when you think your physically and educationally ready to go. The AFCO staff will tell you what to do, what you need and what to bring. They have specialist Overseas Applicants Advisors and are used to helping people like you.
My advice is apply online, they send the forms, questionares etc and give you the phone numbers to call.
I found the process of applying from overseas easy, and the careers staff really try hard to help.
I think you'll find it easier than you thought it would be.
All the best mate, Benjo
My advice is apply online, they send the forms, questionares etc and give you the phone numbers to call.
I found the process of applying from overseas easy, and the careers staff really try hard to help.
I think you'll find it easier than you thought it would be.
All the best mate, Benjo
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Yo Calais, I got my British Passport before I applied for the RM and it made the process easier, you are then basically just like any old guy coming in. Before I came over I had all of my selection stuff booked and ready, except the PRMC which they were going to book after I had passed all of the rest. If you have been in trouble with the law at home don't bother with the RM because they won't have you. The Army doesn't care though, I think it has something to do with the Security Clearance. Definitely apply as a British Citizen if you can bro, a good buddy of mine passed his PRMC in April and he is still waiting to get his start date. Once again the Security Clearance is a nightmare for him, every time he calls the AFCO, they say they're still waiting on the Security Clearance. Best of luck mate.
Calais, I'm a British/US dual citizen. Conversation with recruiting officer went something like...
Recruiting, "...and you're a British citizen, right?"
Myself, "British - US dual nationality in fact"
Recruiting, "Right. Just British citizen then..."
Probably best you get the British passport then apply, they don't seem to make much of a fuss about it.
Recruiting, "...and you're a British citizen, right?"
Myself, "British - US dual nationality in fact"
Recruiting, "Right. Just British citizen then..."
Probably best you get the British passport then apply, they don't seem to make much of a fuss about it.
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apply for your British passport,the security clearance has to be done both sides of the pond and can take some time.
the sooner you get the paper work done the better.My son joined up from this end and it took a couple of months for clearance to come through.Also be prepared to pay your own flight there and back! it would also help if you can arrange for somewhere to stay before and after your PRMC as it is a long way to travel for the few days you spend at CTC. Good luck,by the way is ROYAL! not the royals!!!
the sooner you get the paper work done the better.My son joined up from this end and it took a couple of months for clearance to come through.Also be prepared to pay your own flight there and back! it would also help if you can arrange for somewhere to stay before and after your PRMC as it is a long way to travel for the few days you spend at CTC. Good luck,by the way is ROYAL! not the royals!!!
dual nationality
hey all came across this thread and thought i would share my experience.
I recently went to my local AFCO, told them i was a dual citizen with South africa and Britain, they said basically if i wanna join im british,
SO....
I have to write a letter to the south african embassy and tell them i want to be taken off any obligations for south african service.
So ive written a letter to them but havent sent it yet, its kinda hard ya know. ive been in south africa for 17 years been in uk for 4, but this is my new home its just hard letting go of something you known your hole life.
but hey im devoted and determined to be a royal marine so i aint gonna stop till i get there.
I recently went to my local AFCO, told them i was a dual citizen with South africa and Britain, they said basically if i wanna join im british,
SO....
I have to write a letter to the south african embassy and tell them i want to be taken off any obligations for south african service.
So ive written a letter to them but havent sent it yet, its kinda hard ya know. ive been in south africa for 17 years been in uk for 4, but this is my new home its just hard letting go of something you known your hole life.
but hey im devoted and determined to be a royal marine so i aint gonna stop till i get there.
