Grant automatic citizenship to ARAP Afghans lawfully residing in UK for 5 years
Create a clear, expedited route to citizenship for Afghans resettled under ARAP, many with ILR since 2021. Grant automatic citizenship with no need to apply if they have 5 years' continuous residence, pass the Life in the UK test, have English competency, good character and no criminal convictions.
Signatures
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 20/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 20/100,000
- 07 JAN 2026Petition opened for signaturesCreated by Mursal Afschar
Background
Afghans who aided the UK's mission sacrificed and faced danger. Many arrived in 2021 with ILR, but we believe lack of citizenship leaves families in limbo and hinders full participation in society. We think a clear, expedited 5 year route, requiring successful completion of the Life in the UK test, English competency, good character, and no crimes, would honour allies, promote stability, and help treat long term residents more consistently.