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Indigenous Sui Generis — Love v Commonwealth (2020) HCA 3

Citizenship in Australia

Eligibility
See 0 supporting assertions for full eligibility framework.
Timeline
constitutional
Renunciation
Not required

Example scenarios

  • nationality: NZ

    eligible via 2023 pathway

    NZ citizen with 4y+ SCV qualifies for direct citizenship per Albanese 2023 reform.

  • sui generis non alien overseas

    Love framework not restricted to AU-born; tripartite test satisfied overseas.

Informational summary compiled from primary legal sources — not legal advice. Citizenship law changes; verify with the competent authority before acting. Last verified 2026-05-18.

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