Citizenship for Children

Overview

Children can acquire Australian citizenship in several ways: by birth in Australia (if at least one parent is an Australian citizen or permanent resident at the time of birth, or if the child lives in Australia for the first 10 years of their life), by descent (if born overseas to an Australian citizen parent), or by application (for adopted children or children of permanent residents). I advise on the best pathway for your child and handle the application process.

Key Facts

What I Do

• Determine the best citizenship pathway for your child
• Prepare and lodge citizenship applications for children
• Advise on citizenship by birth, descent, or application
• Handle applications for adopted children
• Advise on children's citizenship in family law situations

Who Is This For?

• ›Parents seeking Australian citizenship for their children
• ›Parents of children born in Australia to non-citizen parents
• ›Australian citizens whose children were born overseas
• ›Adoptive parents seeking citizenship for adopted children

Common questions about

I wrote a free guide covering the 5 most common refusal reasons, your appeal options, and the deadlines you cannot miss. It is the same advice I give clients in their first meeting.