Overview
This the most common way to become an Australian citizen. You need to be a permanent resident and meet certain criteria before you can apply.
Key Facts
Key facts
- You must be a permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen at the time of application and decision.
- You must be in Australia your application is being decided, in most cases.
- You must intend to live in Australia or maintain a lasting link with Australia while overseas.
- You must be aged 60 years or over.
- You can include a dependent child aged 15 or younger in your application. The child must be a permanent resident.
- If a parent is not applying to become an Australian citizen, a child 15 years or younger can apply on their own and must pay the associated fee.
- You cannot include a dependent child aged 16 or 17 on your citizenship application. They must apply on their own.
- You do not need to sit the citizenship test.
How may we help you ?
Phoenix Migration will guide you through the correct step for your application.
We work with you, one on one, assessing eligibility right through to application lodgement and finalisation.
We keep you informed every step of the way and remain your dedicated representative until a decision on your visa is made..
