Citizenship ceremonies in Hobart
This page is for people becoming Australian citizens in the City of Hobart area. Ceremonies are held at Hobart Town Hall and at the Sandy Bay Regatta Grounds. You cannot choose or book a ceremony through the city.
How you are invited
Home Affairs picks a ceremony for you by your home address. It sends the invitation about four weeks before, and at least three weeks before. You must reply with the RSVP link in the invitation, and then you get an email with an information sheet.
When ceremonies are held
Ceremonies run through the year.
Coming ceremony dates
- Monday 30 November 2026
Dates can change. Your invitation gives your own date and time.
Where ceremonies are held
- Hobart Town Hall Ballroom
- Sandy Bay Regatta Grounds
What to bring
- the identification named in your invitation
Guests and what to wear
The invitation tells you the most guests you can bring.
You can choose which version of the pledge you say. Tell the city early if you need help with access.
Ceremonies run by City of Hobart
What happens at the ceremony
You make the Australian Citizenship Pledge in front of the people at the ceremony. You become an Australian citizen when you make the pledge, not before. After the pledge you should receive your citizenship certificate. If it is not ready on the day, it comes by post.