Apply for Australian Citizenship
At Mariani Migration Consultants, we make the path to Australian citizenship straightforward and clear. As a permanent resident, you can become an Australian citizen if you meet the required residency period and other criteria. Australian citizens enjoy rights such as voting, working in government roles, and obtaining an Australian passport.
Citizenship Requirements
To apply for citizenship by conferral, you generally need to:
- Be a permanent resident for at least 12 months.
- Have lived in Australia legally for the past 4 years.
- Have spent no more than 1 year outside Australia in those 4 years.
- Meet good character requirements if you’re 18 or older.
- Submit Your Application: Include all necessary documents to prove your eligibility.
- Citizenship Test: Attend an interview and pass the citizenship test on Australian values and history.
- Citizenship Ceremony: Take the Australian Citizenship Pledge at a local ceremony.
As an Australian citizen, you can:
- Apply for an Australian passport.
- Enter and leave Australia freely.
- Seek help from Australian consulates overseas.
- Vote and stand for parliament.
- Register your children born abroad as Australian citizens.
With citizenship, you must:
- Respect Australia’s democratic beliefs.
- Obey Australian laws.
- Vote in elections and referenda.
- Serve on a jury if required.
- Defend Australia if needed.
Special Pathways for New Zealand Citizens
From 1 July 2023, New Zealand citizens who have lived in Australia for at least 4 years can apply directly for Australian citizenship,
bypassing the need for a permanent visa.
For more information
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