When Can I apply for my Australian citizenship?

To satisfy the residence requirements you must have been living in Australia on a valid Australian visa for four years immediately before applying which must include the last 12 months as a permanent resident.

An Australian citizenship

Source: AAP

Published 7 June 2018 12:52pm
Updated 12 August 2022 3:42pm
By Heba Kassoua, Diala AlAzzeh
Presented by Al Bayt Baytak

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