Department of Citizens. Making Australia a safe place to live.

We manage national affairs for Australian citizens and immigrants. We deliver programs, services and funding that benefit our community.

More about the Department of Citizens

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Employment and education

We can help you find and keep a job through employment training services.
Immigration and citizenship

We help immigrants settle in Australia and run the citizenship process and ceremonies.
Health and disability

We offer support to people with disabilities and older Australians who need a little bit of help.
Emergency relief services

We manage emergency situations and can also help you with funding during natural disasters.

Health and aged care home support services

We provide support services to help during times of illness or to support older citizens to stay in their homes.
24-hour translation service

Our telephone translation service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including public holidays.
Employment assistance services

We offer a range of tools and services to help you find and keep a job. We also provide short-term payments if you’re looking for a job or unable to work.

4 Mar 2023

Clinical trials for brain cancer

The Department of Citizens is investing $23 million into clinical trials for brain cancer. We’re inviting Australia’s best researchers to apply for a grant.
News

Health services
26 May 2023 - 12:45 — 27 Jun 2023 - 07:00

NSW Open Community forum

The community is invited to address the Department of Citizens on any general matter.
Events
27 Feb 2023 - 23:00 — 28 Feb 2023 - 00:00

Spotlight on Dementia webinar

The Department of Citizens is investing $176.2 million to improve the care and quality of life for those living with dementia.
Events

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Australian citizenship ceremony 2022 — what you need to know

24 Nov 2022

A citizenship ceremony is the final step in the journey to becoming an Australian. During the ceremony you pledge your commitment to Australia.

Find your nearest ceremony