Can you have dual German and Australian citizenship?

Dual citizenship Generally, both Australia and Germany recognise the concept of multiple nationality. However, there may be exceptions under present law and there may have been exceptions in the past. Your child is not automatically an Australian citizen when they are born overseas.

Does having a German passport make you a citizen?

Technically, you are considered a German citizen and can reclaim your German citizenship if: You were born to married parents and your father was a German citizen. You were born on or after 1 January 1975 to married parents and either one of your parents was a German citizen.

How long can EU citizens stay in other EU countries?

As an EU citizen, you have the right to move to any EU country to live, work, study, look for a job or retire. You can stay in another EU country for up to 3 months without registering there but you may need to report your presence.

What countries can Australian citizens live in?

Visa Free Countries for Australians

• Albania – 90 days.
• Andorra – 90 days.
• Antigua and Barbuda – 1 month.
• Argentina – 90 days.
• Armenia – 180 days.
• Austria – 90 days.
• Bahamas – 3 months.
• Barbados – 6 months.

Can you lose Australian citizenship?

A person will lose Australian citizenship if it is revoked. The person is convicted of making a false statement or false representation or producing a false document in relation to their application to become an Australian citizen. The person became an Australian citizen as a result of migration-related fraud.

Does a baby born in Germany get citizenship?

Yes. A child born in Germany (on or after 1 January 2000) can acquire German nationality, even if neither of the parents is German. The only precondition is that one of the parents has been legally and habitually resident in Germany for eight years and has a permanent right of residence.

Can I rent an apartment in Australia as an expat?

Renting in Australia as an expat is possible—it may just require a bit more paperwork and preparation. For example, Australian landlords may ask for references from previous landlords, but may not be willing to call internationally if your previous landlords are all abroad.

Should you rent or buy property in Australia?

For this reason, most expats prefer renting property in Australia before they buy; a choice that works best for trying out different areas and suburbs. The rental market in most of Australia’s major cities, such as Sydney and Melbourne, moves quickly, and finding the right rental property isn’t always easy.

Can a permanent resident buy a property in Australia?

Australian permanent residents share the same treatment as Australian citizens with regards to the purchase of residential property. There are no FIRB restrictions for permanent residents. On the other hand, temporary residents and foreign non-residents are subject to various rules when purchasing residential property.

How hard is it to buy a house in Australia?

Buying property, and making smart investment decisions, is hard enough when you live within Australia. Understanding the housing market, choosing the right property, and getting the best price, are difficult for most Australians; let alone for someone living outside the country.