Law & Policy

Legislation

The Australian Citizenship Act 2007 is the legal basis for all citizenship provisions. It commenced on 1 July 2007.

Reader’s Guide to the Australian Citizenship Act 2007

A practical publication to explain key aspects of citizenship legislation.

Policy

The Australian Citizenship Instructions (ACI) contain approved policy guidance in relation to the Australian Citizenship Act 2007.

Citizenship forms

All Australian citizenship forms.

Historical information

This section contains various announcements leading to the commencement of the Australian Citizenship Act 2007 and information on previous legislation changes.