Katy Perry is set to apply for British citizenship following her marriage to comedian Russell Brand.

The pair expected to tie the knot in the autumn – just a year after they began dating.

In an interview with The Sun, Perry said: "When I get married next month, one of the first things I'll do is apply for dual citizenship.

"I'm not too sure if I have to take a test as I've not had time to look into it. But England is like my second home."

Perry is currently in the UK promoting her new album 'Teenage Dream', which is expected to top the UK chart this Sunday.

The singer admitted that the album track 'Firework' was about Brand.

(by Jason Gregory)