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Citizenship Ceremonies

To become an Australian Citizen you must apply through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC).

You can apply by phoning the Citizenship Information Line on 131 880 or by visiting the DIAC's website at www.citizenship.gov.au

Your application will be processed by the DIAC and if successful, the DIAC will notify you by postal letter.

Within approximately four to six months, the DIAC will notify you by postal letter of the time and date of your Citizenship Ceremony.

Attending your Citizenship Ceremony is compulsory. The ceremony involves taking a pledge of commitment to the Commonwealth of Australia, reciting an affirmation to Australia and its people, singing the Australian National Anthem 'Advance Australia Fair' and being presented with your Citizenship Certificate.

The dates of Citizenship Ceremonies to be held in Hornsby Shire for 2009 are:
EV-Citizenship Ceremonies

Monday 26 January � Australia Day 2009
Monday 23 February 2009
Monday 23 March 2009
Monday 27 April 2009
Monday 25 May 2009
Monday 29 June 2009
Monday 27 July 2009
Monday 24 August 2009
Monday 28 September 2009
Monday 19 October 2009
Monday 23 November 2009
No Ceremony in December

Citizenship Ceremonies are held at 5pm at the Pennant Hills Community Centre (behind the Pennant Hills Library), Yarrara Road, Pennant Hills.

Space is limited, so we ask that you invite only a few guests to your ceremony. Each ceremony lasts approximately 45 minutes and supper is provided for all candidates and their guests afterwards.

Please direct all enquiries regarding the progress of your application to the DIAC by phoning 131 880.