botcs who acquired their citizenship after 21 may 2002 (except for those connected solely with the akrotiri and dhekelia) may request registration under section 4a of the 1981 act without further conditions other than the good character requirement. registration under section 4a grants citizenship "otherwise than by descent". those connected with gibraltar may also elect to apply for registration under section 5 of the 1981 act which grants citizenship "by descent".