Citizenship

Citizenship ceremonies are held bi-monthly at the South Perth Community Hall.

The City of South Perth books attendees into a ceremony once citizenship has been granted by the Department of Immigration and Border Control (DIBP).

Becoming an Australian Citizen

If you are planning on becoming an Australian Citizen, find more information at the Department of Immigration & Border Protection’s website or phone 131 880.

The DIBP will arrange the Australian Citizenship application, interview and approval process.

FAQs

If you reside within the City and have applied or are thinking about applying for Australian citizenship, please see the below information.

How do I apply for Australian citizenship?

You can download an application pack or apply online at the Department of Immigration & Border Protection’s website or visit their centre:

Wellington Central
836 Wellington Street
West Perth, WA 6005
Phone: 131 880 or 131 881

When and where are citizenship ceremonies held?

Citizenship ceremonies are held bi-monthly at the South Perth Community Hall, Cnr Sandgate St & South Tce, South Perth WA.

How can I find out when my citizenship ceremony will be?

The City is unable to provide a ceremony date until we receive the approved grantees details from the Department of Immigration & Border Protection. Once the City receives your details, you will be booked into the next available ceremony.

What is the waiting time for a ceremony?

The waiting period for a citizenship ceremony once you have received the approval letter from the Department of Immigration is between two and five months.

When will I receive an invitation to a ceremony?

You will receive an invitation by mail at least four weeks before your ceremony.

How long does the citizenship ceremony run for?

The citizenship ceremony runs for approximately 45 minutes. Refreshments are provided for recipients and their guests immediately following the ceremony.

I have lost my citizenship certificate, what should I do?

If you have lost your citizenship certificate you will need to contact the Department of Immigration and Border Protection on 131 881 to arrange a replacement. The City cannot issue or replace citizenship certificates.

Do children need to attend citizenship ceremonies?

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.

Contact us

For more information about citizenship ceremonies, please contact the City.

Phone 9474 0777
Email enquiries@southperth.wa.gov.au

Citizenship

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