Citizenship ceremonies in Rockingham
This page is for people becoming Australian citizens in the City of Rockingham area. In 2026 the city holds monthly ceremonies on Mondays, and the wait is 3 to 6 months. The next listed date is 2 November.
How you are invited
After approval, Home Affairs puts you in the next ceremony. The city gets the invitation list six weeks before and emails invitations at once, with family on one invitation. Please confirm your place by the RSVP date. Only Home Affairs can change your date. You must attend within 12 months of approval.
When ceremonies are held
The city holds monthly ceremonies on Mondays in 2026.
Coming ceremony dates
- Monday 2 November 2026
Dates can change. Your invitation gives your own date and time.
Where ceremonies are held
- Gary Holland Community Centre
What to bring
- photo ID, if you were over 16 when you applied
- any other items listed on your invitation
Guests and what to wear
Single people can bring one guest and dependent children aged 16 and under. A family can bring one guest, plus dependent children. Extra guests may be refused entry.
Smart, as your invitation says.
The Mayor leads most ceremonies. You need to wait 10 working days after the ceremony to apply for a passport.
Ceremonies run by City of Rockingham
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.