Question 1

What is Form 119 used for?

Accepted Answer

Form 119 applies for evidence of Australian citizenship — a citizenship certificate proving that you are already an Australian citizen. It does not grant or confer citizenship.

Question 2

Who needs Form 119?

Accepted Answer

Most often, people who are Australian citizens by descent but have never held a certificate, and citizens who have lost their certificate and need a replacement.

Question 3

Is Form 119 how I become an Australian citizen?

Accepted Answer

No. Form 119 only evidences an existing citizenship. To acquire citizenship, use Form 118 (by descent), Form 1300t (general conferral) or Form 1290 (other situations).

Question 4

Is a certificate the same as an Australian passport?

Accepted Answer

No. They are separate documents issued by different agencies. Where a citizenship certificate is specifically required, a passport may not be an accepted substitute.

Question 5

Is there a fee for Form 119?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a fee applies to an application for evidence of citizenship. Citizenship fees are indexed and set separately from visa charges, so confirm the current amount on the Department's official pricing before you lodge.

Form 119: Application for evidence of Australian citizenship

What is Form 119 used for?