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Residence & citizenship

Guyanese Citizenship by Naturalisation

Citizenship for long-term residents who have been ordinarily resident in Guyana for five years and wish to naturalise as Guyanese citizens.

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Application fees and the exact document checklist are set by the Ministry of Home Affairs / Department of Citizenship; confirm the current schedule before applying.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Guyana government website before you apply.
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Official name
Naturalisation as a citizen
Route type
Citizenship by naturalisation
Residence requirement
Ordinarily resident for the 5 years preceding the application
Other conditions
Good character; intention to reside in Guyana
Legal basis
Constitution of Guyana and Guyana Citizenship Act

Who it is for

  • Long-term foreign residents of Guyana meeting the five-year residence test
  • Commonwealth and Irish citizens applying via registration on the residence basis

Requirements

  • Five years' ordinary residence immediately before the application
  • Good character (police clearance from Guyana and country of origin)
  • Proof of residency, employment records and character references
  • Intention to continue residing in Guyana

How to apply

  • Obtain police clearance certificates and gather supporting documents
  • Submit the Application for Naturalisation to the Ministry of Home Affairs

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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