Whether Australian by birth or by choice, citizenship is an important common bond at the heart of a unified and inclusive country.
Australian citizenship ceremonies
If you’d like to become an Australian citizen, you must apply through the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).
What role does Glen Eira play in citizenship?
On behalf of the Commonwealth Government, we hold a number of ceremonies at Glen Eira Town Hall each year. The Mayor of Glen Eira hosts the ceremonies, with key speakers and parliamentary representatives also attending.
DHA assesses citizenship applications and sends the successful applicants to us. They also decide who will attend our citizenship ceremonies.
Upcoming ceremonies
Our next ceremony is scheduled for:
- Wednesday 25 September 2019
- Thursday 17 October 2019
- Thursday 31 October 2019
- Thursday 21 November 2019
- Wednesday 27 November 2019
Please note: Ceremonies may be cancelled if candidate numbers are low.
How will I know about my ceremony?
If your citizenship application is successful, you'll get a letter from DHA one month before the citizenship ceremony with the date, time and location (usually at the Town Hall in Caulfield). They'll also advise which identification papers you should bring eg. photo i.d.
If you're unable to attend the ceremony on the advised date, please contact DHA on 131 881 as soon as possible.
What's the start time and length?
Ceremonies start at 7.30pm and finish around 8.40pm. Candidates, please arrive no later than 6.15pm to register your name and get your seat number. Guests do not need to register.
Please note: the Australia Day ceremony starts at 10am.
Can I bring my family and friends?
Yes, you're welcome to bring close family and/or friends along for support. A single applicant can bring a maximum of six guests, while a family undertaking their citizenship may bring 10 guests.