The Australian Government has released a comprehensive study handbook for its official citizenship test, making it easier for prospective citizens to prepare. The resource, titled "Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond," is available for free download on the Department of Home Affairs website and covers all topics tested in the process.
What the Australian Citizenship Test Covers
According to the government, applicants are assessed across four key areas: a basic command of the English language, an understanding of what Australian citizenship means, adequate knowledge of Australia as a country, and a demonstrated commitment to the values that underpin Australian society—namely freedom, respect, and equality.
The test itself is conducted in English only, meaning applicants must be sufficiently comfortable with the language to complete it without assistance. However, to help people study in their native tongue before the exam, the booklet has been translated into 40 community languages.
Languages Available for Citizenship Test Preparation
The full list of available translations includes: Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Croatian, Dari, Dinka, French, German, Greek, Hakha Chin, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Karen, Khmer, Kirundi, Korean, Macedonian, Nepali, Nuer, Persian/Farsi, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Sinhalese, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Tagalog, Tamil, Thai, Tigrinya, Turkish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
This selection reflects the diverse backgrounds of people applying for Australian citizenship, covering major world languages as well as several spoken by smaller migrant and refugee communities, including Dinka, Nuer, and Kirundi, which are common among communities from South Sudan and Burundi.
How to Access the Handbook
Applicants can access the booklet on the official Australian Government website. The handbook is designed to guide applicants through everything they need to know before sitting the test, ensuring they are well-prepared for the assessment.
Canada's Citizenship Test Process
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Canada explained that most citizenship applicants aged 18 to 54 must take a citizenship test before becoming citizens. IRCC said applicants would receive an email invitation, and most candidates would complete the test online.
