Australian citizenship ceremonies to go ahead via video link during coronavirus crisis

People wanting to become Australian citizens will be able to take their oath of allegiance online during the coronavirus outbreak.

Cheti cha uraia na pasi ya Australia

Cheti cha uraia na pasi ya Australia Source: SBS

Australian citizenship ceremonies will be conducted online via video secure video link, with the prospect of up to 750 people conferred each day, acting Immigration Minister Alan Tudge announced Monday.

The Department of Home Affairs has commenced trialling the one-on-one ceremonies for those already approved, with alternative arrangements to be made for those who can not access the internet.

“Australian citizenship is an immense privilege, and fundamental to our national identity,” Mr Tudge said in a statement.

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