How to gain a citizenship with the latest changes

Citizenship

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The general requirements for Australian Citizenship are: You must be between 18 and 60 years of age. You must have lived continuously and legally in Australia for the past 4 years. Be physically present in Australia and must have not been absent for more than 12 months in the last 4 years. You must be of good character. Permanent resident status for 1 year and have lived in Australia for at least 9 out 12 months within the year. More on this issue, listen to this interview by Manal Al-Ani talking to



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