The following processing times relate to Citizenship application stages that reached a decision in August 2021.
From date of application to decision:
From date of approval to … Read the rest
As DNA testing is not mandatory, you do not have to undertake DNA testing when its use by Immigration is suggested.
DNA testing is just another form of evidence to be used when Immigration need to validate certain aspects of a relationship. For example, to … Read the rest
I was recently asked why an Australian citizen needed a visa to return to Australia.
That question threw me totally, as an Australian citizen does not need a visa.
But that person had read on the internet that they did. I found it … Read the rest
The following processing times relate to Citizenship application stages that reached a decision in July 2021.
From date of application to decision: 75% took under 12 months and 10% took over 14 months. This changed from 13-13 last month.
From date of approval to … Read the rest
If you are outside of Australia, you do not need to wait until you receive your Citizenship certificate to apply for an Australian passport.
This applies to Citizenship Certificates for descent and adoption applications.
Information on how to apply will be included … Read the rest
The following processing times relate to Citizenship application stages that reached a decision in June 2021.
From date of application to decision: 75% took under 12 months and 10% took over 15 months.
From date of approval to ceremony: 75% took under 6 months … Read the rest
You must tell the Department about any convictions you may have had in Australia or overseas.
A conviction is a criminal charge leading to a guilty verdict in a
court of law resulting in imprisonment or a fine or good behaviour bond.… Read the rest
With the new change in Citizenship application costs in Australia there had also been discussion on residency requirements for Citizenship.
An Australian permanent resident visa holder, or eligible New Zealand citizen, for the past 12 months.
Have lived in Australia on a valid visa for … Read the rest
With the new Australian Citizenship application fee having increased from $285 in 2016, to the $490 from July 2021, there is a lot of talk on this large increase.
It is worth comparing these costs to similar countries.
It costs £1,330 to apply. You must also pay … Read the rest
Australian citizenship application fees are being increased on 1 July 2021.
The new rates are:
