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Originally posted by gobush
joe, let me clarify one thing...when i use the term immigrant i am referring to a person whose intentiion is to become a citizen of the nation he has immigrated to.Otherwise I would have used the word REFUGEE. IMy family were refugees when we landed in Australia. I dont think my parents had any intentions of trying to become australian citizens, thats why we were deported..
I may be incorrect on this but i do not think australia allows immigration into it's country unless the individual intends on becomeing a citizen. I know for sure that you can immigrate to the u.s. and you never have to become a citizen. A very large number of immigrants in the u.s. never become citizens.
And I will say again, Australia is a beautifu country, with beautiful people
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gobush you do not have to become an Australian citizen mate. I have been here 6 years and I'm on a permanent residence visa. Last week my family voluntary took the step to become citizens. We did not have to.
I know of people who have lived here for over 40 years and are not citizens.