Question 1

What is Form 1300t used for?

Accepted Answer

It is the Department of Home Affairs application for Australian citizenship by conferral under the general eligibility pathway — the standard route for adult permanent residents. It is not a skills assessment form.

Question 2

Should I use Form 1300t or apply online?

Accepted Answer

The Department prefers online lodgement through ImmiAccount, which asks the same questions. Use the paper Form 1300t if you cannot apply online or your situation requires it, and pre-pay through ImmiAccount before posting.

Question 3

What is the residence requirement for Form 1300t?

Accepted Answer

Four years of lawful residence in Australia immediately before applying, including the last twelve months as a permanent resident, with total absences of no more than twelve months across the four years and no more than 90 days in the final year.

Question 4

What is the difference between Form 1300t and Form 1290?

Accepted Answer

Form 1300t is for adults under general eligibility. Form 1290 covers other situations — including children applying in their own right, 16 and 17-year-olds, and certain special categories.

Question 5

Do I have to declare spent convictions on Form 1300t?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The form expressly requires spent convictions to be declared. Leaving them out is a false answer and puts both the application and any citizenship later granted at risk.

Question 6

Can my children be included on my Form 1300t?

Accepted Answer

Children under 16 who are permanent residents can be included on a responsible parent's application at no additional charge. Children aged 16 or 17 apply separately on Form 1290.

Form 1300t: Application for Australian citizenship — General eligibility

What is Form 1300t used for?