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How to become an Australian citizen?

Australian citizenship refused

Source: AAP

Many people choose to become an Australian citizen. More than five million people have been granted citizenship since 1949. The key step is a ceremony where people pledge their loyalty, and accept the rights and responsibilities as an Australian.



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