Citizenship ceremonies in Plymouth
This page is for people becoming British citizens in Plymouth. Group ceremonies are free. A private ceremony on a weekday costs £208.
How you book
Your papers go from the Home Office to the council. When they arrive, the council gets in touch and asks you to book.
How often they run
Group ceremonies run every month.
Where ceremonies take place
- Lord Mayor's reception room, Council House
Private ceremonies and prices
Individuals and families can have a private ceremony, Monday to Friday in office hours.
| Private ceremony for one person or a family, Monday to Friday in office hours | £208 |
The group ceremony fee is part of your citizenship application fee. Councils change their prices, so check the council page before you book.
The Superintendent Registrar leads the ceremony, and the Lord Mayor or deputy comes. There are light refreshments and photos after.
Book with Plymouth City Council
Go to the citizenship ceremony page of Plymouth City Council
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.