Due to Coronavirus it may be necessary to cancel or reschedule appointments and ceremonies at short notice.
By booking at this time you agree that you understand and accept the risk of late notice cancellations or rescheduling.
In the interest of our staff and other members of the public if you or anyone in your household is feeling unwell, experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 or in isolation, do not attend your ceremony or appointment at Morden Park House.
We are now able to offer a modified citizenship ceremony. Please read below for details.
Following the Prime mininster's announcement that from 20th December 2020 Greater London will enter 'stay at home' (tier 4) Covid alert status, citizenship ceremonies will continue to be provided, however, no guests will be permitted until further notice.
If your application for British citizenship is successful and you are aged 18 or over, you must attend a citizenship ceremony. This includes taking an oath or affirmation to the Queen and a pledge of loyalty to the United Kingdom.
Book a ceremony
Group ceremonies
We are now in a position to offer a modified citizenship ceremony.
- Ceremonies will be held every other week on a Wednesday.
- Slots are available at 10am , 11am, 12noon and 1pm
- Further to Home Office requirements, which allow us to conduct citizenship ceremonies, NO guests will be permitted until further notice.
You will need to bring:
- your Home Office invitation letter,
- photo ID e.g. a passport or a biometric residency card
without the above you will not be able to collect your certificate.
Designated days
The next designated days are:
- Wednesday 20th January 2021
- Wednesday 27th January 2021
Face coverings are required to be worn by all citizens.
Individual ceremonies
Private ceremonies are available as an alternative to group ceremonies. These cost £100 per adult citizen and can be arranged within office hours. The same restrictions apply as above, face coverings must be worn and no guests are permitted.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday
Office Hours 9.00am – 4.30pm except for the third Thursday of every month when the office closes at 12.30pm.
Contact us
Only the citizen themselves may book their place at a ceremony.
Email:
register.office@merton.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 8274 5777
Merton Register Office
Morden Park House
Morden Park
London Road
Morden
SM4 5QU
Map of Merton Register Office