an enquiry for registration of a child under 18

[opentutors]

I have an enquiry for registration of a child under 18.

My daughter was born at 2006 in the UK, then she was sent to home country and came back to UK at 2011. My wife and I have just achieved Indefinite leave to remain and would like to register British citizen for our daughter. As her current UK visa (PBS Tier 1 dependant) will be expired soon, do we have to make an application for British citizenship before the expire date? Many thanks in advance.

[Amber]

No, the child is entitled to register as British by virtue of section 1(3) BNA and would not need valid leave. However, it may be wise to register ASAP.