Key Scenarios at a Glance

1️⃣ Born in Australia + Parent is Citizen/PR/New 444 Visa Holder (Post-July 2022)

✅ Automatic citizenship

Apply for a Citizenship Certificate online

Obtain an Australian passport for international travel
�� Tip: Process both documents ASAP! 111

2️⃣ Born in Australia + Parent Holds Old 444 Visa (Pre-July 2022)

�� 3-Step Process:

Register as a New Zealand citizen (get NZ passport)

Apply for Australian 444 visa

After 10+ years of residency, child gains Australian citizenship
⚠️ Note: This is a long-term pathway 11

3️⃣ Born in Australia + Parents on Temporary Visas

�� Visa status matches parents:

Added to parents' existing visa

Can hold dual visa types if parents have different visas
�� Critical: Notify Home Affairs within 28 days of birth! 5

4️⃣ Born Overseas + At Least One Parent is an Australian Citizen

�� Eligible for Citizenship by Descent

Apply for a Citizenship Certificate (cost: AUD $345)

No PR required; direct citizenship path 47

5️⃣ Born Overseas + One Parent is PR, Other on Partner Visa

�� Automatically added to pending visa application

No separate visa needed if parents are mid-process 5

6️⃣ Born Overseas + At Least One Parent is PR (Non-Citizen)

�� Two Options:

Option 1: Apply for 101 Child Visa (PR from overseas)

Option 2: Enter on 600 Visitor Visa, then switch to 802 Child Visa (onshore PR)
⏳ Processing time: ~20 months 312

7️⃣ Born Overseas + Parents on Temporary Visas (e.g., 188/482/485/500)

�� Baby can be added to parents' visa

Requires Form 1022 + birth certificate

Visa conditions mirror parents' status 5

 

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⚠️ Must-Do Steps for All Parents

Notify Home Affairs immediately (even without a passport)

Keep original birth certificates (NAATI translation if non-English)

Consult a MARA-registered agent for complex cases 612

 

Pro Tips for Smooth Processing

�� Plan ahead – Gather documents (passports, visas, marriage certs) pre-birth.
�� Avoid delays – Missing deadlines can impact travel/immigration status.
�� Beware of scams – Only use official channels or licensed agents.

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