Become an Australian Citizen
Australian citizenship is the final step in your migration journey, offering you full rights and privileges as a member of the Australian community. At Farrell Rose Migration Lawyers, we provide expert guidance to help you navigate the citizenship application process smoothly.
Citizenship Pathways
1. Citizenship by Conferral
For permanent residents who have lived in Australia for a specified period and meet eligibility criteria. Key requirements include:
Living in Australia for at least four years, with at least one year as a permanent resident.
Meeting character and residency requirements.
Passing the Australian Citizenship Test.
2. Citizenship by Descent
For individuals born overseas to an Australian citizen parent. Key requirements include:
Providing proof of parent’s Australian citizenship at the time of birth.
Meeting identity and character requirements.
3. Citizenship by Adoption
For children adopted overseas by an Australian citizen. Key requirements include:
Adoption must be recognized under Australian law.
Meeting identity and legal requirements.
Key Benefits of Australian Citizenship
- Right to vote in Australian elections.
- Access to Australian passports travel.
- Eligibility for government benefits and services.
- Ability to sponsor family members for Australian visas.
- No risk of visa cancellation or residency restrictions.
What Do You Need Help With?
Family & Partner Visas
Supporting Australians to bring their family members to Australia.
Student Visas
Assisting you to study in Australia and with your post-study work options.
Employer Sponsored Visas
Helping businesses sponsor overseas workers via 482, 186 & 494 visas, and manage compliance.
Visa Cancellations
Assisting individuals facing visa cancellations under character, compliance, or other grounds. We help you respond to notices, appeal decisions, and protect your right to stay in Australia.
General Skilled Migration
Helping professionals and skilled workers with State Nominated (subclass 190) visas, Skilled (Independent) (subclass 189) visas and Skilled Work (Regional) (subclass 491) visas.
Citizenship
Advising and assisting permanent residents to become Australian citizens as well as applications for citizenship by descent and evidence of citizenship.
Character, cancellations and identity issues
Helping you establish your identity, address character issues under s501, and respond to visa cancellation notices under s109 or s116.
Judicial and merits review
Helping to represent you in the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) (formerly the AAT) or the Federal Circuit and Family Court, Federal Court or High Court of Australia.
Protection Visas
Assisting you to lodge Protection (subclass 866) visa applications in Australia or access Australia's offshore Humanitarian visa program
How We Work
- Consultation
- Personalised Strategy
- Application Process
- Ongoing Support
- Outcome
Why Choose Farrell Rose?
Experienced & Dedicated – With over 19 years of experience, we understand how stressful navigating Australia’s immigration processes can be. We will assist you to find the most cost effective and direct route to a positive migration outcome.
Excellent Client Reviews – We are proud to maintain a great success rate and a strong reputation, backed by numerous 5-star reviews from satisfied clients.
Open & Honest Communication – Transparency is at the core of our practice. We provide clear advice, step-by-step guidance, and updates throughout your immigration process.
Personalised Solutions – No two immigration cases are the same. We take the time to understand your unique circumstances and offer tailored strategies for the best possible outcome.
- A strategic and creative approach – our combined expertise in migration and refugee law allows us to bring innovative solutions to your immigration matter backed by legal rigor, dedication and professionalism.
Meet The Team
Our team combines deep legal expertise with compassion and integrity to guide you through every step of your migration journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Processing times vary, but most applications take between 6 to 12 months.
While the citizenship test is in English, there is no separate English language test required.
Applicants must meet character requirements. A criminal record may affect eligibility but does not automatically disqualify you.
A multiple-choice test covering Australian history, values, government, and rights. A score of 75% or higher is required to pass.
Yes, but you must meet the residency requirement, which includes not being absent for more than 12 months in the last four years.
Yes, Australia allows dual citizenship, but you should check whether your home country permits it.
Yes, attending a citizenship ceremony and taking the pledge of allegiance is a mandatory step in becoming an Australian citizen.
Yes, children under 16 years can be included and may not need to sit the citizenship test.
If your application is refused, you may appeal the decision or reapply if circumstances change.
No, but permanent residents without citizenship must renew their Resident Return Visa (RRV) to maintain travel rights.
Our Office Locations
We offer in person appointments in our Melbourne and Sydney offices. Can’t make it to the office? We also offer video and telephone appointments.
Melbourne Office:
Level 35, 477 Collins Street,
Melbourne Victoria 3000
Wurundjeri Country
Sydney Office:
201 Kent Street,
Sydney NSW 2000
Gadigal Country
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Take the next step in your migration journey with expert guidance from Farrell Rose. Whether you’re applying for a visa, seeking permanent residency, or planning for citizenship, we are here to simplify the process and support you every step of the way.