Citizenship information
Becoming an Australian citizen is one of the most important decisions you can make. Local governments have an important role to play in ensuring that citizenship ceremonies are a meaningful experience for people who have chosen to make Australia their home.
Applying for citizenship
Enquiries regarding Australian citizenship, applications and approval should be directed to the Department of Home Affairs. The department is open 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday and can be contacted directly on 131 880.
Attending a ceremony
Brisbane City Council conducts citizenship ceremonies throughout the year. The Department of Home Affairs allocate new citizens to a ceremony and then invitations are distributed by Brisbane City Council, via mail and email.
Upcoming ceremonies
Citizenship ceremonies will be held on the following dates in 2024:
- Friday 26 January
- Monday 29 January
- Monday 15 April
- Monday 13 May
- Monday 27 May
- Monday 8 July
- Monday 22 July
- Monday 5 August
- Saturday 10 August - AM
- Saturday 10 August - PM
- Moday 12 August
- Monday 19 August
- Monday 30 September
- Monday 28 October
- Wednesday 30 October
- Monday 9 December.
575 candidates are invited to attend each citizenship ceremony. Upon arrival at the ceremony, guests will be directed to separate seating from those receiving citizenship.
More information
For more information on citizenship ceremonies, visit the Department of Home Affairs website.