Australian Citizenship Pathways for Adopted Children

As previously discussed on the visa pathway for adopted children, we will be going through Australian Citizenship pathways for adopted children. Australian citizenship is a possible pathway once the adopted child has obtained permanent residency in Australia.

What Australian Citizenship Pathway Can I Apply for Adopted Children?

Citizenship by Conferral - Children who become permanent residents through adoption can apply for citizenship by conferral under 18 years old without needing to meet the usual residency requirements.
Citizenship by Descent - If a child has at least one Australian citizen as a parent at the time of their birth, they may qualify for citizenship by descent. However, the requirement of “at time of birth” can be complex in the context of adoption. Speak with an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law for the best way forward.

What Documents do I need to Apply for Australian Citizenship for My Adopted Child?

Parents must prepare and provide documentation for Australian citizenship for the adopted children, including:

Adoption orders and any relevant legal documents
Evidence of the relationship between the child and the adoptive parents
Medical records, if required
Any evidence that supports the application for citizenship following the visa grant

How Can Agape Henry Crux Help You?

Adopted children who are holding an Australian PR may be eligible for Australian Citizenship. Speak with one of our immigration lawyers for professional advice. Our team of immigration lawyers and registered migration agents (RMA) at Agape Henry Crux works with our Accredited Specialist(s) in Immigration Law to handle highly complex matters. You can book a Migration Planning Session with our team by calling 02-8310-5230 or emailing us to book a time at info@ahclawyers.com.

We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If these aren’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.

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