Key Points

• Whether it’s due to failing to meet residency requirements, providing inaccurate information, or posing a threat to national security, certain factors could put your legal status in Australia at risk.
• The law does not allow a person to be left stateless, so cancellation of Australian citizenship mainly affects individuals with dual nationality.
• Andreas explains that a person needs to stay in Australia for a sufficient period to maintain their PR. Generally, they must have lived in the country for at least 2 years within 5 years before the visa expires.