Citizenship ceremonies
Becoming an Australian citizen is an important step in many people’s migration story. It means that you are making an ongoing commitment to Australia and its shared values. The City of Perth takes great pride in helping our residents achieve this final step in becoming citizens.
If you intend on becoming an Australian citizen, please visit the Department of Home Affairs website for guidance and advice on the process. Their website provides step-by-step guides and outlines alternative pathway options for interested parties.
Upcoming citizenship ceremonies
The City has several approved ceremony dates for 2025. Please note, you can only attend a citizenship ceremony if you have received an invitation by the City of Perth.
- 26 January 2025
- 18 March 2025 | Morning session
- 18 March 2025 | Afternoon session
- 17 June 2025
- 17 September 2025 | Morning session
- 17 September 2025 | Afternoon session
- 18 November 2025
What is the City’s role?
The City is responsible for hosting Citizenship Ceremonies for residents who live within the City of Perth boundaries. The City cannot provide a Citizenship Ceremony for those who live outside of its local government boundaries. If you’re unsure whether you live within the city’s boundaries, you can view the city’s neighbourhoods here.
What happens after my ceremony?
Once you have attended a Citizenship Ceremony and have received your Australian Citizenship Certificate, you can:
- Vote in federal and state/territory elections (you must enrol to vote first).
- Apply for an Australian passport and re-enter Australia freely.
- Apply for children born overseas to become Australian citizens by descent.
- Apply for a job in the Australian Public Service or in the Australian Defence Force.
- Seek election to federal or state/territory parliament.
- Request for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.
Need further support?
If your query relates to an application in progress, or you wish to apply to become an Australian citizen, please contact the Department of Home Affairs on 131 880 / [email protected] or alternatively, you can visit their website here.
If you are a resident of the City of Perth and have any questions or concerns regarding an upcoming Citizenship Ceremony, feel free to contact us at [email protected].