Request annual evidence of residence proof from your local council.

Background

Introduction

If you’re a British National (Overseas) (BNO) holder applying for settlement, you’ll need to gather a few important documents[1].

To make things easier, it’s a good idea to keep track of the list of documents recommended and accepted by the UK government for your settlement application.

Common Issue

Many people may not know that there are other documents besides bank statements, utility bills (such as electricity and gas), or NHS letters that can be used to show residency in the UK.

Solution

An effective alternative is to request a “Yearly Electoral Registration Confirmation Letter” from your local Electoral Registration Office. This applies even to those who do not have the right to vote in the UK.

Fees

While some offices may charge a fee for issuing confirmation letters for previous years, it is important to note that you are entitled to obtain the confirmation letter for the current year free of charge.

How to Proceed

To find your local council and Electoral Registration Office, you can visit the official government website or contact your local government authority for guidance.

Letter of Confirmation

Even if you are not a BNO holder, you are still able to get a letter with issue data from the local council as living proof.

Letter of Confirmation — Registers of Electors — Foreign National

Find your local council

I hope it helps people under the British National (Overseas) visa route.

Credit

1. Leader of Sutton Council and Sutton Councillor
2. All team members of Sutton Council

refer:

1. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/eu-settlement-scheme-statement-of-intent/annex-a-documentary-evidence-of-continuous-residence-in-the-uk
2. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/indefinite-leave-to-remain-calculating-continuous-period-in-uk/indefinite-leave-to-remain-calculating-continuous-period-in-uk-accessible