Citizenship

Becoming an Australian Citizen

If you are planning on becoming an Australian citizen, contact the Department of Home Affairs who will be able to provide guidance on applying for citizenship.

The Department of Home Affairs can arrange your citizenship application, interview, test and approval process.

Once your citizenship application is approved by the Department of Home Affairs, the City of South Perth will send you an invitation to a Citizenship Ceremony, where you will become an Australian citizen.

The City of South Perth holds Citizenship Ceremonies four times a year.

FAQ's

How do I apply for Australian citizenship?

Visit the Department of Home Affairs website or visit the Department of Home Affairs Perth office, information is listed below:

Address: Ground Floor, Wellington Central, 836 Wellington Street , West Perth WA 6005

Opening Hours: 9am- 4pm Monday to Friday

Phone: 13 18 81

How can I find out more information about my citizenship application once lodged?

Please contact the Department of Home Affairs on 13 18 81 or visit the Departments website.

When will I know if my citizenship application is approved?

The current wait time is 15-21 months for a citizenship application to be processed. The Department of Home Affairs will provide you with an approval letter once your application has been approved. The Department of Home Affairs then allocates approved grantees to the City of South Perth’s annual scheduled Citizenship Ceremonies. The City is provided with a list of approved grantees to invite to the upcoming citizenship ceremony 6-8 weeks prior to its scheduled date.

What is the wait time for a citizenship ceremony?

Once you have received your approval letter, you will receive a ceremony invitation within 2 – 6 months.

When and how will I receive my citizenship ceremony invitation from the City?

You will receive an invitation via email at least six weeks prior to your ceremony.

Where is the citizenship ceremonies held?

Citizenship ceremonies are held with the City of South Perth, the exact location of the ceremony will be given to you in your invitation.

How long does the Citizenship ceremony run for?

Citizenship ceremonies run for approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

Refreshments are provided by the City of South Perth after the ceremony concludes.

Do children need to attend citizenship ceremony?

Children aged 16 years and over are legally required to attend the citizenship ceremony. Children under the age of 16 are not legally required to attend the ceremony however are welcome to attend.

What to bring to the ceremony?

You must bring along photo identification, a drivers licence or passport is acceptable
Bible or similar religious documents to pledge upon if you wish
Cameras and video recorders are permitted at the ceremony
Main applicants may bring one (1) guest to the ceremony
Children are welcome to attend

What should I wear?

The dress code for all ceremonies is smart casual. Attendees are encouraged to wear their own national/traditional/cultural dress.

Enquire about citizenship ceremonies

Citizenship

Becoming an Australian Citizen

FAQ's

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