Applying for Australian Citizenship is to made through the Department of Home Affairs.
To become a citizen, you will need to complete the following steps:
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Make application by contacting the Department of Home Affairs online or call 131 880.
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Pay the application fee - reduced fees are available to eligible applicants.
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Attend a short interview and participate in the Citizenship Test, if applicable.
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Find out when your citizenship ceremony will be.
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Attend the ceremony, make the pledge and receive your Citizenship Certificate.
Most people who apply for citizenship will need to pass a Citizenship Test to demonstrate that they have:
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a basic knowledge of the English language
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an adequate knowledge of Australia and of the responsibilities and privileges of citizenship and
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an understanding of the nature of their application.
To find out more about this process, please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.