KAY999 said:
Its very simple Already he lost 5 years for the first application that was unnecessarily dumped, he doesnt want to wait indefinitely another 4 or 5 years because now just over 18 its his university age he wants to travel, explore and pursue his law studies doesn't want to be grounded without a passport and loose his youth years stuck due to some illogical reason
so if we are unfairly skidded by the system, should we try to redress and have corrective action or start again from scratch irrespective of the time , effort and resources wasted. I really feel sorry maybe if some over 50 or 60 years old doesnt matter, but can some expect a teen to wait for his driving license, or an ID or a passport which they yearn to get and explore and enjoy the world.
Hi, Sorry for your loss.
Since the old file is closed, just send in a new application.
I too submitted my first application in 2012 and had to withdraw it in 2016. I sent in a new application and everything was sorted within 4months. The requirements for citizenship are straight forward, so if your son qualifies, he qualifies. No question would be asked about his former application if he meets the requirements.
Morever, the age range is 14 - 64, so your son is old enough at 18 to apply. In fact, my son, 15yrs old, did his own swearing in on his own as he missed the first one. And even my 12yrs old daughter got her invitation separately.
So, if all requirements are met, your son should sent his application and it would be fine.
Just note that the fees that was paid at first is lost, you will need to apply with the new fees.
Good luck.