Citizenship ceremonies in Swindon
This page is for people becoming British citizens in Swindon. A group ceremony is covered by your Home Office fee. You must attend within three months of hearing that your application succeeded.
How you book
After the Home Office letter, the council advises you to book within 14 days, using the online booking link on its page.
How often they run
Group ceremonies run once a month.
Where ceremonies take place
- Civic Offices (usually)
Guests
You can bring up to two guests to a group ceremony.
Private ceremonies and prices
A private ceremony is possible. It costs extra, so check the council's ceremony page for the price.
The Superintendent Registrar leads the ceremony with the Mayor of Swindon. Under 18s do not have to come.
Book with Swindon Borough Council
Go to the citizenship ceremony page of Swindon Borough 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.