For information on eligibility and how to apply for Australian citizenship, please contact the Department of Immigration and Border Protection:
If you have already applied for Australian citizenship and you have a query regarding your citizenship ceremony, please see the FAQs below.
When and where are citizenship ceremonies held?
The Town currently holds citizenship ceremonies bi-monthly in the function room at 99 Shepperton Road Victoria Park. Registration is from 5.30pm, with the ceremonies commencing at 6pm. Ceremonies usually finish between 6.45-7pm.
How can I find out when my citizenship ceremony will be?
The Town does not manage or hold the list of approved citizens and so is unable to provide you with a ceremony date until we receive notification from the Department of Home Affairs. Once the Town receives this notification, you will be invited to the next available ceremony. If you change your address during this period, ensure you update this with the Department of Home Affairs using the link here.
What is the waiting time for a ceremony?
The waiting time for a ceremony is from the receival date of your letter of approval-not your interview date-from the Department of Home Affairs.
The approximate waiting time is influenced by the current demand in the Town and can be found here. If you require your certificate urgently for a passport application, we encourage you to contact the Department of Home Affairs for information on this process.
When will I receive the details confirming my ceremony?
The Town endeavours to give you as much notice as possible of your ceremony date. You will receive an email invitation at least four weeks prior to the ceremony.
Do children need to attend citizenship ceremonies?
Children aged 16 years and over are legally required to attend their citizenship ceremony and take the citizenship pledge to become an Australian citizen. Children under the age of 16 are not legally required to take the citizenship pledge but are welcome to attend the ceremony and are encouraged to take the citizenship pledge where possible.
I have lost my citizenship certificate, what should I do?
Call the Perth office of the Department of Home Affairs on 13 18 81.