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AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP ELIGIBILITY
The following people are eligible for Australian Citizenship:
- You must have been present in Australia as a permanent resident
for two years in the previous five years, including for twelve
months in the past two years.
- You must have a basic knowledge of English unless you are aged
50 or over.
- You must have an adequate knowledge of the responsibilities of
being an Australian Citizen.
- You must intend to live in, or maintain a close and continuing
association with Australia.
- You must be of good character.
There are some exceptions to the residence requirements:
- Service in the permanent Australian Defense Forces for at least
3 months.
- Service in the Australian Reserve Forces for at least 6 months.
- Former Australian citizens or persons born in Australia.
- Spouse, widow or widower of an Australian citizen.
Please also note that people born overseas to an Australian parent
can also be registered as an Australian citizen by descent provided
they meet additional requirements and are under 25 years of age.
Please contact our office to confirm these requirements or for any
additional information on applying for Australian citizenship. |
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Free Quick AssessmentFor a free
assessment of your Australian visa options, you can
complete the quick assessment form.
This form will take 1-5 minutes to complete. Please note that your
personal details will be kept private, secure and confidential.
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