Introduction:
Citizenship is the pinnacle of your Migration journey. If you fulfil the criteria, you may apply to become a
Citizen of Australia, which will enable you to obtain an Australian passport.
There may be several possible pathways to Citizenship, depending on your situation. The most common
method is Citizenship by Conferral, but citizenship may also be possible by birth, or by descent.
Our expert team based in Brisbane, manage citizenship applications from beginning to end, providing you with
all the support and expertise you need to ensure your application is as smooth and straightforward as
possible.
Eligibility requirements?
Be a Permanent Resident of Australia and meet the eligibility requirements – including
residency and character; or
Be born to an Australian citizen parent (or onshore to a parent who is a permanent resident);
or
Have special eligibility (e.g. eligible New Zealand citizens who meet a currently legislated
residence requirement in Australia)
What will this Visa Provide?
Citizenship affords the same benefits and obligations as an Australian born person
The opportunity to obtain an Australian passport
An obligation to vote in Australian elections if you are over 18 years old
Government assistance which is only available to citizens