Applying for citizenship and invitations to attend a ceremony

The Department of Home Affairs manages all enquiries about becoming an Australian citizen.

This includes sending invitations to those eligible for their citizenship ceremonies.  You can only attend a ceremony, if you have received an invitation.

Contact the Department on 131 881

Next ceremony date

• Tuesday 26 January 2027

About the ceremony

The Australian citizenship ceremony is a formal occasion which takes one to two hours depending on the number of candidates.

During the ceremony the Presiding Officer will take candidates through a series of legal elements that are essential to becoming an Australian citizen.

Members of Parliament, councillors and special guests are invited to attend.