Applying to become an Australian Citizen
The Department of Home Affairs has all the information you need on Immigration and Citizenship. All applications for Australian citizenship are processed by the Department of Home Affairs. Further information on how to apply for Australian citizenship is available at www.homeaffairs.gov.au or the Citizenship Information Line on 131 880.
Become an Australian Citizen
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/citizenship/become-a-citizen
Citizenship eligibility criteria
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/citizenship/become-a-citizen/permanent-resident
Register to apply online (ImmiAccount)
https://online.immi.gov.au/lusc/login
Application for Australian citizenship - General eligibility - Form 1300t
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/1300t.pdf
Other departmental forms for download
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/departmental-forms/pdf-forms
Studying for the test
The Australian citizenship test resource booklet Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond is available to download for free online. It has all the information you need to help you pass the test.
Looking for Our Common Bond in your language? To help you prepare for the test, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond is available in 40 Community Languages.
You can view and download the booklet here.
Our Common Bond is also a podcast, which can help you prepare for the citizenship test. You can listen to the podcast here.
Looking for a paper copy?
Come into the library and we can print off a copy (one per person) of the booklet for free.
The library has a range of items that can help you learn more about Australia, visit our website.
Need assistance with the application form?
Wyndham Council has a dedicated team who can help you find and connect with local service options. If you need support, but are unsure of where to start, email us at communityconnector@wyndham.vic.gov.au or call Wyndham Council on (03) 8734 4514 and ask to speak to the Community Connector.
Wyndham City Council Citizenship Ceremonies
Each year Wyndham City Council hosts citizenship ceremonies. Find out more here.