Dear Friends
I need some advice.
I am a dual national (British and Thai). I was given the naturalization certificate about 10 years ago. I am currently holding a valid British passport and resident in Thailand. I married with a Thai national in January but not officially registered marriage. My wife is expecting our first child in October 2014. After birth, I like to register my child birth as British citizen.
I have some questions that need your advice:
- Is there will be any problem if my wife and I are not officially registered marriage and a give birth to the child, would the child still be classed by British Citizen?
- Can my wife give birth to my child in a hospital in Thailand and apply for British birth certificate and British Citizenship later at the British Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand? If yes, what supporting documents do I need to provide to the embassy.
3. If not, Does my wife need to give birth to my child in a hospital in the UK to obtain the British birth certificate and British Citizenship?
I contacted the British Embassy in Bangkok and they said that I need to contact the Home Office in the UK to get the answer. I tired to contact them many time but no success and no solid answer.
I look forward to hear back from you soon, if you need anymore information, please kindly let me know.
please help!
Adtasit