I cannot praise Eric and Mark enough! What a wonderful team at Nexus! The patience they had with my endless phone calls and emails was incredible and I am so thankful that they were with me every step of the way.

Linda, March 2026

Brilliant professional service, Brigette and the team went above and beyond in helping our family with our ILR and British Citizenship application. They took all the stress out of it all and I highly recommend them. thank you for all your hard work and help in getting us to this point.

Serena, August 2026

Director
Senior Immigration Consultant

Brigette became a registered IAA Immigration Advisor in 2012 and she assists individuals and businesses navigate the UK visa process. With expertise in all visa categories (work, citizenship, settlement, family, etc.), Brigette provides personalised guidance to ensure your application is strong and compliant.

Director
Schengen Visa Manager

Mark acts as a guide for individuals navigating the often-complex world of  Schengen visa applications. Specialising in French visa applications, his main objective is to streamline the application process for his clients, increasing their chances of success and reducing stress.

How long do I need to hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) before applying for British Naturalisation?

You will need to hold ILR for a minimum of 12 months before you can apply for British Citizenship

How long do I have to be on a Spousal Visa before I can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain?

You will need to complete 60 months on your Spouse visa before you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain. You are allowed to include time spent out of the UK (holidays etc) into the 60 months as long as you did not arrive into the UK more than 180 days after the start date of your visa (at the beginning of the 60 months) .

Do I need to give up my South African passport if I apply for British Citizenship?

No. As long as you apply for your Retention of SA Citizenship from the SA High Commission BEFORE you apply for British Citizenship, you are permitted to hold Dual Nationality, South African/British

You will need to apply for a new Retention letter for every new Citizenship you take up voluntarily (not if obtained through one of your parents).

How can I trust that Nexus will do everything correctly?

We are regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA), which is the government regulated body and it is a criminal offence if someone is providing Immigration advice without this regulation. Our Advisors are very well trained in the rules and regulations of the UK Immigration system and will give you the best possible advice on your current situation.

Can I apply for British Citizenship/Naturalisation as a same day appointment with the UKVI (formally the UKBA)?

No. British Naturalisation is only available as an online application and as considerable verification checks need to be completed, the processing time can take up to 6 months once submitted with the UKVI.