Australian Citizenship by Resumption Migration Lawyers

Daniel Moya

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Our Australian Citizenship by Resumption Services

Resumption Eligibility Assessment

We assess your eligibility to resume citizenship based on how your Australian citizenship previously ceased (e.g., acquisition of other citizenship pre-2002, renunciation).

Application & Evidence Preparation

Our lawyers guide you in preparing your resumption application (Form 132), compiling identity, character, and evidence of how citizenship was lost.

Navigating Complex Cessation Scenarios

We provide advice for intricate cases, such as citizenship lost in childhood due to a parent’s loss, or cessation due to prolonged overseas residence pre-1958.

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Understanding Citizenship by Resumption

Australian citizenship by resumption is a pathway for former Australian citizens to regain their citizenship status. It applies in specific circumstances, such as if you renounced your citizenship to acquire or retain another, or if you lost it automatically as an adult by gaining another citizenship before 4 April 2002.

Other grounds include loss in childhood due to a parent’s citizenship cessation or, historically, due to prolonged overseas residence. This process requires an application (Form 132) and evidence of past citizenship and how it ended. Unlike conferral, there’s usually no citizenship test or ceremony.

The Challenge of Evidencing Your Resumption Claim

To resume Australian citizenship, you must provide clear evidence of your former citizenship and how it ceased, such as historical documents or naturalisation certificates.

If your citizenship was lost under laws like Section 17 of the old Australian Nationality and Citizenship Act 1948 (Cth), the loss may be unknown until another application triggers a review. Getting expert legal help to provide accurate proof is crucial for a successful application.

Why Choose Moya Migration Law for Your Australian Citizenship Resumption?

Resuming Australian citizenship involves navigating specific eligibility criteria based on past laws and circumstances. Moya Migration Law offers expert legal guidance to assess your situation, prepare a comprehensive application, and manage the complexities of regaining your citizenship.

Expertise in Citizenship Resumption Cases

Our lawyers understand the varied historical grounds for cessation and the current requirements for successfully resuming Australian citizenship.

Client-Focused & Clear Pathway Advice

We provide personalised support, clearly explaining your eligibility and the steps involved in your specific citizenship resumption scenario.

Meticulous Application & Evidence Gathering

We meticulously prepare your resumption application (Form 132), focusing on crucial evidence of past citizenship and reasons for its cessation.

In-Depth Knowledge of Citizenship Laws

Our thorough understanding of current and former Australian Citizenship laws ensures your unique resumption case is expertly handled.

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Our 5-Step Australian Citizenship Resumption Process

Reclaiming your Australian citizenship involves specific steps based on your past circumstances. Moya Migration Law provides a clear, structured process, offering expert guidance from assessing your eligibility to receiving your new citizenship certificate.

1

Initial Consultation & Eligibility Review

We review how your citizenship ceased, assess your eligibility against resumption criteria, and advise on the viability of your application.

2

Document Preparation & Evidence Collation

Our team assists in meticulously preparing your application (Form 132) and compiling all crucial identity, character, and cessation evidence.

3

Application Lodgement with Department

We manage the submission of your complete paper application and all certified documents to the Department of Home Affairs.

4

Department Liaison & Query Management

We liaise with the Department on your behalf, responding to any requests for further information or clarification during processing.

5

Decision Notification & Citizenship Confirmation

We notify you of the application outcome. Upon approval, you regain citizenship immediately, and we guide you on receiving your new certificate.

Principal Lawyer Daniel Moya

Meet Daniel Moya, Your Citizenship Resumption Lawyer

Moya Migration Law is led by Principal Lawyer Daniel Moya, who personally guides clients through the often intricate process of resuming Australian citizenship. With over two decades in migration law since 2002, Daniel offers expert strategic advice for these important applications.

Daniel is committed to providing clear, plain-English assistance, ensuring all historical details and current requirements for your citizenship resumption are meticulously addressed. He offers dedicated support to help you successfully reclaim your Australian citizenship. Daniel also provides legal assistance in Spanish.

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Can You Resume Your Australian Citizenship?

Eligibility to resume Australian citizenship hinges on the specific reasons and laws under which it was previously lost. This often involves complex historical provisions, like automatic loss due to acquiring another citizenship before 4 April 2002 under old laws.

Proving how your citizenship ceased and meeting current identity and character requirements can be intricate. Determining if your circumstances align with an eligible pathway for resumption often requires careful legal assessment to ensure a valid application.

Character Assessments & Avoiding Resumption Refusal

Applicants aged 18 or over seeking to resume Australian citizenship must still satisfy the Department they are of “good character.” Past criminal convictions, court obligations, or even providing misleading information in previous dealings can impact this assessment.

Furthermore, if the Department finds you still hold Australian citizenship when assessing your resumption application, it will be deemed invalid. Ensuring your eligibility is correctly determined and all character aspects are properly addressed is vital to avoid refusal or unnecessary complications.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Resuming Australian Citizenship

Who can apply to resume Australian citizenship?

You can apply if you were previously an Australian citizen and ceased to be one under specific circumstances, such as acquiring another country’s citizenship as an adult before 4 April 2002, or renouncing your citizenship to retain/acquire another.

What are the main eligibility criteria for resumption?

Eligibility depends on the reason your citizenship ceased. You must also satisfy the Department of your identity, be of good character (if 18+), and provide evidence of how your Australian citizenship ended.

What if I lost my citizenship by acquiring another country's citizenship?

If you were an adult and acquired another citizenship before 4 April 2002 (under former Section 17 of the Australian Nationality and Citizenship Act 1948 (Cth)), you may have automatically lost your Australian citizenship and could be eligible to resume it.

Do I need to sit a citizenship test or attend a ceremony to resume citizenship?

No, for applications to resume Australian citizenship, you generally do not need to attend an interview or sit the citizenship test. If approved, you become a citizen on the day of approval without a ceremony.

What happens if the Department finds I am still an Australian citizen?

If, during the assessment of your resumption application, the Department determines you never actually lost your Australian citizenship, your resumption application will be treated as invalid, and the application fee is typically refunded.

What documents are needed to prove I was an Australian citizen and how it ceased?

You’ll need evidence like your Australian birth certificate (if applicable), previous Australian citizenship or naturalisation certificate, and documents from a foreign authority showing the date you became a citizen of another country, or documents related to your renunciation.

Is there a fee to apply for resumption of Australian citizenship?

The application fee for Form 132 “Application to resume Australian citizenship” is AUD $240 (as of June 2025). There is no cost for a child under 16 years applying on the same form as a responsible parent.

Can children resume citizenship if their parent lost theirs?

If a child lost their Australian citizenship because their responsible parent lost theirs (e.g., under former Section 17 of the 1948 Act), the child may also be eligible to apply to resume their citizenship.

Our Services

Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) Appeals ART Visa Appeals

Visa refused or cancelled? Don’t give up hope. Expert representation for your ART review to challenge the decision.

Visa Refusals

If your Partner Visa has been refused, Daniel Moya offers 20+ years of experience in achieving positive outcomes at the Tribunal.

Visa Cancellations

Facing visa hurdles like refusals, cancellations, or PIC 4020 issues? Get expert advice and management for your unique circumstances.

Partner Visas

Begin your journey to permanent residency. Expert support for all Partner Visa applications, navigating the complex system with confidence.

Protection Visas

Seeking asylum or facing persecution? Daniel Moya provides crucial guidance and strategic advice for complex Protection Visa applications.

Family Visa

Reunite with loved ones in Australia. Explore options for Parent, Child, Carer, and other Family Visas with clear, expert advice.

Citizenship

Ready to become an Australian citizen? Navigate the application requirements and process smoothly with experienced legal support.

Notary Public in Adelaide Notary Public

Need documents notarised in Adelaide for international use? We provide prompt, convenient, and reliable Notary Public services.

Court Appeals (Judicial Review) Judicial Review

Unfavourable Tribunal ruling? Challenge appealable errors in the Federal Courts with experienced legal guidance for Judicial Review.