How to obtain Australian citizenship

Becoming a citizen by conferral is a common way to become an Australian citizen.

The main requirements for Australian citizenship are:

• You must be a permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen of Australia.

• You must meet the residence requirement (unless certain exemptions or special circumstances apply.

• You must be of good character

• You must pass a citizenship test

• You must demonstrate a basic knowledge of the English language

• You must demonstrate a close and continuing link to Australia

To meet the residence requirement you must:

• be living in Australia on a valid visa for the past 4 years,

• be a permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen for the past 12 months,

• be away from Australia for no more than 12 months in total in the past 4 years, including no more than 90 days in total in the past 12 months

If you are a permanent resident and you are keen to understand why you should become an Australian citizen, and to check your eligibility, contact SCA Connect today.

Disclaimer: The information provided herein is of a general nature only and does not constitute immigration advice. For more detailed and case-specific information or advice, please contact SCA Connect.