There are six main pathways by which you may become an Australian Citizen:

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• Migrant with Permanent Residence.

• Refugee and humanitarian entrants.

• Spouse or partner of an Australian citizen.

• New Zealand citizen living in Australia.

• Resume Australian citizenship.

• Person born in Papua before independence in 1975.

For Children:

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• Child adopted outside Australia by an Australian citizen.

• Child aged 15 years or under or an unaccompanied minor.

• Child aged 16 or 17.

• Child born outside Australia to an Australian citizen.

• Child of a former Australian citizen Commonwealth.

• Child Migration scheme arrival We would recommend that you make an appointment to discuss your situation with our lawyers, who can guide you in the type of application that best suits your circumstances.