AUS Citizenship Process

How to Obtain Australian Citizenship?

In order to become a full-fledged Australian citizen, you must submit a complete and valid application to the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

After lodging your application for AUS citizenship, the Department will get in touch with you and may require more information from you for further evaluation. Should your application be approved, you’ll be invited to attend the Australian citizenship test and Australian citizenship ceremony, which will include the Australian Citizenship Pledge.

Notably, there are three ways on how to get a Australian citizenship, namely:

By Birth: You can become an Australian citizen or permanent resident if you were born in this country.

By descent: You can become an Australian citizen or permanent resident if you were born in this country.

By conferral: You can apply for AU citizenship if you are a permanent resident.

Benefits & Privileges of Australian Citizenship

After receiving your Australian citizenship certificate, you are officially recognised as a newly conferred Australian citizen and are free to live and work in Australia.

Proudly say ‘I’m an Australian citizen’ and get to enjoy the following benefits that come with it!

Voting Rights

Participate in and exercise your democratic right to vote during federal, state, and local elections.

Access to Social Services

Have the state-sponsored assistance you need in terms of education, healthcare, and availing of welfare programs.

Work in Public Service

Receive competitive salaries, benefits, and job security by working for Australia’s public service or the Armed Forces.

Stability & Security

Live, study, work, and travel in Australia without the constant hassle and worry of having to renew your visa and other restrictions.

Travel Opportunities

Own an Australian passport and get to travel to more and more countries that don’t require a visa for Australian citizens.

Sponsor Other Family Members

Want to bring other family members overseas to Australia? You can do so if you’re an Australian citizen!

If these opportunities excite you, take the next major step by having your overall eligibility assessed by a highly qualified migration specialist. Make an appointment with a Parish Patience immigration lawyer today!

AUS Citizenship Process Requirements

Ready and excited to acquire your dream of not only permanent residency but Australian citizenship? Let’s help you get to that prospect closer by assessing your eligibility based on these key requirements for applicants over the age of 18:

• You must be a permanent resident at the time of application and decision.
• You must have lived legally in Australia for at least four (4) years, include at least 12 months as a permanent resident
• You must demonstrate intent and purpose to live and continually live in Australia.
• You must be of good moral character.
• You must pass the Australian citizenship test (unless you’re over 60 years old or below 18).

Citizenship Test

Before you can apply for AUS citizenship, you are first required to sit a test. Those under the age of 18, over the age of 60, or are impaired by speech, hearing, and sight are exempted from taking the citizenship test.

This AUS Citizenship Test is designed to help aspiring Australian citizens better and fully understand the following Australia’s history, values and traditions, as well as a way to test their English proficiency levels.

Your Responsibilities as an Australian Citizen

If you pass the test and satisfy all other critical eligibility requirements, you must also bear and take to heart the responsibilities of becoming an Australian citizen. These are as follows.

• You must comply with all Australian laws and regulations
• You must defend your country if the need arises
• You must serve on a jury if sought/mandated to do so
• You must participate in state, federal, and local elections

AUS Citizenship Processing Times

According to the Department of Home Affairs, 90% of applications for Australian citizenship by conferral are successfully processed within a span of 11 months.

Notably, it is also said that 90% of newly conferred Australian citizens are given the opportunity to attend the ceremony at least within 6 months after the approval date.

However, AUS citizen processing time still varies. Factors that affect the progress of every application include:

• If you submitted all requirements, including supporting documents
• How fast you submit other information required of you after your application
• Volume of applications being received and evaluated.

Stress-Free AUS Citizenship Process With Parish Patience

In order to guarantee the success of your Australian citizenship application, don’t hesitate to seek assistance from certified immigration lawyers and registered migration agents. At Parish Patience, we have the most qualified legal experts to represent you, process your application efficiently, ensure you’re not missing anything, and provide hands-on support and guidance from our initial appointment to the post-application process.

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Book your appointment today by calling or emailing our office. Become an Australian citizen in no time with the expert legal help of local immigration lawyers at Parish Patience!