Citizenship ceremonies in Monash
This page is for people becoming Australian citizens in the City of Monash area. The council lists four ceremonies for 2026. The last one is on 9 November at 6.30pm.
How you are invited
Home Affairs invites you to the next Monash ceremony. When that is confirmed, the council sends a letter with more details, such as the number of guests and parking.
When ceremonies are held
The council lists four ceremonies for 2026.
Coming ceremony dates
- Monday 9 November 2026
Dates can change. Your invitation gives your own date and time.
Where ceremonies are held
- Robert Blackwood Hall, Clayton
- Huntingtower Performing Arts Centre, Mount Waverley
What to bring
- your invitation letter from Home Affairs
- photo ID, such as a driver's licence, passport or other document with a photograph
- if you have no photo ID, at least three papers with your name, address and signature
Guests and what to wear
The council's letter tells you the number of guests.
You cannot become a citizen if you do not have the right ID. The Mount Waverley hall is named as a possible venue.
Ceremonies run by City of Monash
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.