Citizenship ceremonies in Kingston
This page is for people becoming Australian citizens in the City of Kingston area. The council lists seven dates for 2026, and the next one is on 5 November. You must live in the City of Kingston.
How you are invited
Home Affairs confirms your ceremony and sends you an email, normally 3 to 4 weeks ahead. Then the council sends a separate RSVP invitation, and you must reply to confirm your place.
When ceremonies are held
The council holds regular ceremonies and lists seven dates for 2026.
Coming ceremony dates
- Thursday 5 November 2026
Dates can change. Your invitation gives your own date and time.
Where ceremonies are held
- Kingston City Hall
What to bring
- your invitation
- one photo ID, such as a driver licence or passport
- if you have no photo ID, at least 3 papers showing your name, address and signature
Guests and what to wear
The number of guests is not limited, but seats are few and cannot be promised. Guests sit in a separate part from new citizens.
Formal or smart casual clothes, or national or cultural dress.
Allow up to two hours. You get a private link to watch the ceremony online. Parking at the hall is very limited.
Ceremonies run by City of Kingston
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.