Skip to main content
UK Government, the Law and Your Role

What is the "Oath of Allegiance"?

AA formal promise made by all British-born people when they turn 18 years old
BAn oath taken by new citizens, soldiers, judges and MPs pledging loyalty to the King
CA formal oath that all new immigrants are required to take upon arrival in the UK
DA formal promise made by elected local councillors to faithfully serve their community

Explanation

The Oath of Allegiance is taken by new citizens at the citizenship ceremony, as well as by soldiers, judges and MPs. It pledges loyalty to the King and his successors.

hardoath of allegiancecitizenshiployalty

Test yourself on this topic

Earn XP and track your progress

Practice →

More questions from this chapter