Guidance

Definition of parent for nationality purposes: caseworker guidance

Tells HM Passport Office staff about the legal definitions of ‘parent’ when establishing British nationality claims for UK and overseas applications.

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This guidance tells HM Passport Office staff about the legal definition of mother and father and how to establish a customer’s parent (mother and father).

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Published 27 March 2026

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