Australian citizenship by descent and evidence applications online only from 1 November 2021

Australian citizenship by descent and evidence applications online only from 1 November 2021

Applications for Australian citizenship by descent and applications for evidence of Australian citizenship will only be accepted through ImmiAccount from 1 November 2021 unless there are exceptional circumstances that disadvantage the applicant.

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2020-21 program year exceeds planning level, 72,376 partner visas granted

2020-21 program year exceeds planning level, 72,376 partner visas granted

The report for the 202-21 migration program year was released with the not unsurprising result of over 70,000 partner visas granted, leaving under 65,000 still to be processed. Other outcomes also surprised.

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Citizenship special residency requirements relaxed for distinguished talent and athletes

Citizenship special residency requirements relaxed for distinguished talent and athletes

After the much publicised and multiple Australian citizenship application refusals for a former Australian Wallaby, the special residency requirements will be extended to all “distinguished talent visa holders” and Australian Commonwealth Games athletes, providing more flexibility for those who cannot meet the residency requirements due to international travel commitments.

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