Australian Citizenship
There are several different ways to become a citizen of Australia. The most common ways are by conferral or by descent.
Eligibility criteria
To become an Australian citizen, you must meet specific criteria that includes the following items.
Residency requirement
You must be a permanent resident of Australia and have lived in Australia for at least 4 years, including at least 12 months as a permanent resident.
Citizenship test
You must pass the Australian citizenship test. The test is conducted in the offices of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). You will receive an appointment letter for the date of your test.
Good character
You must show that you are of good character, which usually involves passing a background check.
Benefits
There are many benefits of becoming an Australian citizen, including the right to live indefinitely in Australia, to vote, and apply for an Australian passport.
You can also apply for jobs in the Australian public service, or the Australian Defence Force.
And you can sponsor family members for migration.
If you have questions or need personalised advice, please book a consultation with us today.
Contact us
Tell us a little about your circumstances, and one of our
Australian immigration lawyers will get back to you as soon as possible.
-
-
Telephone
-
