Securing Your Place in Australia
Australian Citizenship marks the final step in your migration journey, granting you full legal rights and responsibilities, including the ability to vote, access government services, and travel freely. At Perdaman Global Services, we guide you through every stage—from confirming eligibility, submitting applications, and preparing for the citizenship test, to post-approval support.
Whether through descent, conferral, or resumption, our migration experts ensure a smooth and informed process. Citizenship not only symbolises belonging but also unlocks opportunities for future generations. Our tailored approach makes this significant transition seamless, respectful, and efficient, ensuring your proud integration into Australian society.
Eligibilty
The process of applying for Australian citizenship varies depending on your eligibility. There are several different application options with different eligibility requirements. Some of the options for Australian Citizenship are:
- Migrant with permanent residence
- Spouse or partner of an Australian citizen
- New Zealand citizen living in Australia
- Child of a former Australian citizen
- Commonwealth Child Migration Scheme arrival
- Refugee or humanitarian entrant
- Person born in Papua before independence in 1975
- Australian citizenship by descent
- Australian citizenship by adoption
Aside from this there are some basic requirements you may also fulfil. To become an Australian citizen, you must:
- Understand the nature of your citizenship application
- Possess a good knowledge of the English language to pass the Citizenship Test
- Have adequate knowledge of Australian values and of the responsibilities and privileges of Australian Citizenship
- Show evidence of your contribution to the Australian community (employment, membership of organisations, etc.)
- Be of a good character at the time of the decision on the application.
Permanent Residents
According to the latest changes announced by the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet regarding the Australian Citizenship Legislation Amendment Bill, permanent residents need to meet new requirements to get Australian citizenship. One of the requirements specify that you need to live in Australia as a permanent resident for a minimum period of 4 years.
Migrants with permanent residence who satisfy the eligibility requirements can apply for Australian citizenship by conferral. Children 16 years of age and under are usually included in the application of their responsible parent.
Birth in Australia
If you were born overseas and one of your parents held Australian citizenship at your date of birth, then you are eligible to be registered as an Australian citizen. The registration must be done at an Australian consulate or embassy overseas.
If you were born in Australia, then you would automatically be an Australian citizen if:
- You were born in Australia prior to 20 August 1986; OR
- You were born in Australia after 20 August 1986, and one of your parents held Australian citizenship or an Australian permanent residence visa at the time of birth; OR
- You were born in Australia after 20 August 1986, neither of your parents held Australian citizenship or an Australian permanent residence visa, but you have spent the majority of your life in Australia prior to your 10th birthday. In this case, you automatically become an Australian citizen on your 10th birthday; OR
- You were born Overseas to an Australian Citizen Parent
Dual Citizenship
Australia allows dual citizenship. That means that an Australian citizen can take up citizenship of another country without losing their Australian citizenship.
If, however, you are already a citizen of some other country and become an Australian citizen, it is up to the citizenship law of your native country whether you can keep your existing citizenship.
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