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Australian Citizenship Application Fee Updated from July 1, 2021

The government of Australia has increased the Australian Citizenship Application fee with effect from July 1, 2021.It is being revised to more precisely reflect the cost of application processing. However, there are no changes to fee exemptions.

The Department of Home Affairs, Australia will charge the new fee based on the fact, when did it receive the application for the same. It is applicable to all applications received on or after 1st July this year.

Significance of Australian Citizenship

The citizenship in Australia is a privilege that offers enormous rewards.???It is a significant step in migration story of every immigrant in Australia. Becoming an Australian citizen means beginning of your formal membership of the Australian community and making an ongoing commitment to Australia and its shared values.

Also read- How to apply for Skilled Permanent Residence (PR) visa in Australia

Australian Citizenship Application Fee w.e.f. July 1, 2021

Application type

Fee in AUD            (From 1st July 2021)

Application for Australian Citizenship—General eligibility (Form 1300t):

 

Standard fee

$490

Concession fee*

$70

Child 15 years or younger applying on the same form as parent / Fee exemption^

Nil

 

 

Application for Australian Citizenship—Other Situations (Form 1290):

 

Standard fee

$300

Concession fee*

$35

Child 15 years or younger applying on the same form as parent / Fee exemption^

Nil

   

Application for Australian Citizenship by decent (Form 118)

 

Standard fee

$315

For second and each subsequent sibling applying at the same time

$130

 

 

Application for Australian citizenship for children adopted under full Hague Convention or bilateral arrangement (Form 1272)

 

Standard fee

$315

For second and each subsequent sibling applying at the same time

$130

 

 

Application for renunciation of Australian citizenship (Form 128)

 

Standard fee

$265

 

 

Application to resume Australian citizenship (Form 132)

 

Standard fee

$210

Child/children under 16 years applying on the same form as a parent

Nil

   

Application for evidence of Australian citizenship (Form 119)

 

Standard fee

$240

No fee is payable if:

 

 the application is to replace evidence of Australian citizenship that was lost, destroyed or damaged due to a natural disaster as listed on the Department of Home Affairs (the Department) website; and

 

the application is made within 18 months of the date specified for the natural disaster on the list

 

 Note:

  • All fees are listed in Australian dollars (AUD) and correct at time of release.
  • Fees are specified in the Australian Citizenship Regulation 2016

How Australian PR visa holder can getCitizenship

The Department of Home Affairs, Australia has designed several visa categories to allow foreign skilled workers to apply for and get Permanent Residence (PR) Visa in Australia. After spending sufficient time in Australia on Permanent Residence (PR) visa, you can apply for Citizenship. Subsequently, the Department of Home Affairs, Australia will invite you for the citizenship test.

Key Requirements to apply for Citizenship in Australia

Find below key requirements to apply for Aussie citizenship:

  • You are an Australian permanent resident
  • You are over 16 years of age
  • You have lived in Australia for a period of four years, including 12 months as a permanent resident
  • Are of good character
  • Have an adequate knowledge of your responsibilities and privileges as a citizen

To apply for Australian Permanent Residency (PR) visa, skilled visa, study visa, family sponsored visa, etc. this year, you may call Visas Avenue Australia Migration Expert on Toll-Free No. 78-18-000-777 or you can drop us an e-mail at info@visasavenue.com

Source:     https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/1298i.pdf

- Rajneesh Kumar



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