How do I apply for Australian citizenship? Isn the process complicated and time consuming?
Becoming an Australian citizen involves a serious commitment but the process is relatively simple. All you have to do is get the form, fill it in and lodge it with the processing fee. There’s also a short interview. The Department will write to you to let you know whether your application has been successful. You will then need to attend a citizenship ceremony. Processing time can vary, if all documentation is provided at the time of lodgment or at interview, it may take up to 30 days for a decision to be made on your application. Once your application has been approved, arrangements will be made for you to attend a citizenship ceremony. Most ceremonies are held by local government councils. It can take a few months from the date of approval until you are invited to attend a citizenship ceremony. If you need to attend a citizenship ceremony by a particular date, please discuss your circumstances at your citizenship interview. Citizenship ceremonies are memorable events. You are most we
