Citizenship pathways for eligible permanent residents seeking to officially become citizens of Australia.
Australian citizenship is available to eligible permanent residents who meet residence and character requirements.
For most applicants, citizenship is granted by conferral.
Citizenship by conferral is the pathway for permanent residents who have lived in Australia for the required period and wish to become Australian Citizens
The residence requirement includes a minimum period of lawful stay in Australia, including time spent as a permanent resident. Absences from Australia must be carefully reviewed before applying.
Children may be included in certain applications, depending on their circumstances.
Citizenship by descent may be available to individuals born outside Australia to an Australian citizen parent.
Eligibility depends on the parent’s citizenship status at the time of birth and other legislative requirements.
Reviewing your circumstances properly helps ensure the application is lodged at the right time.
A clear, structured approach from initial enquiry through to decision.
We look at your circumstances and what you’re trying to achieve.
We manage the process through to decision.
Please complete the form below as fully as possible. Someone will review your details and be in touch with you as soon as we can.
