Citizenship

Attending a citizenship ceremony is the final step in the journey to becoming an Australian Citizen and receiving your Certificate of Australian Citizenship.

The ceremony fulfils the requirements under Australian Citizenship Law and provides an opportunity for Yarra Ranges Council to officially welcome its new citizens.

All enquiries regarding Australian Citizenship and the application process should be directed to the Department of Home Affairs.

Once approved for Australian Citizenship , applicants will receive a letter of invitation from the Department of Home Affairs, and Council will be provided a list of names of those people to include in the next ceremony.

Council has no influence or authority in determining who attends the scheduled ceremonies, this is completely managed by the Department of Home Affairs.

Citizenship Ceremony Dates 2025

Date	Day	Time	Venue
13 March	Thursday	7.30pm	YRC Civic Centre Anderson St, Lilydale
17 May	Saturday	9.30am	The Memo Maroondah Highway, Healesville
9 July	Wednesday	7.30pm	YRC Civic Centre Anderson St, Lilydale
18 September	Thursday	7.30pm	YRC Civic Centre Anderson St, Lilydale
1 December	Monday	7.30pm	YRC Civic Centre Anderson St, Lilydale

 

How will I know when I should attend a ceremony?

If your citizenship application has been successful, the Department of Home Affairs will provide you with details of the ceremony and the paperwork you should bring for identification.

If you are unable to attend the ceremony, you must contact the department as soon as possible.

All attendees of the ceremony are encouraged to wear smart casual attire that reflects the significance of the occasion. Attendees are also welcome to wear their own national, traditional or cultural dress.

The following attire is not permitted:

• Beach wear
• Rubber thongs
• Bare feet
• Slippers
• Offensive clothing
• Sports training apparel

Call us on 1300 368 333 or email us for more information about citizenship ceremonies in Yarra Ranges.