Citizenship ceremonies in Derby
This page is for people becoming British citizens in Derby. Group ceremonies are free. A private ceremony costs £175.
How you book
After your Home Office approval letter, contact the council online or by phone. You must attend within three months.
How often they run
Group ceremonies run every four weeks.
Where ceremonies take place
- Council Chamber, Council House
Private ceremonies and prices
Individuals and families can have a private ceremony.
| Private ceremony for one person or a family | £175 |
The group ceremony fee is part of your citizenship application fee. Councils change their prices, so check the council page before you book.
The ceremony takes about 25 minutes, with refreshments after. Do not arrive more than ten minutes early.
Book with Derby City
What happens at the ceremony
You make the oath or the affirmation of allegiance to the King, then the pledge to the United Kingdom. At the end you receive your certificate of British citizenship and a welcome pack. You become a British citizen at the ceremony, not before.