I tried to put together some information on this website, which I think is important to prepare the application for retention of the German citizenship. Further information is available under the following links:

·     For more detailed information please visit the german version of this website:
      www.doppeltestaatsbuergerschaft.com.au   

·     German Consulate in Sydney: http://www.australien.diplo.de  

·     German Federal Office of Administration (Bundesverwaltungsamt): www.bva.bund.de

·     Chat Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/zweipaesse/
       This is a private chat group, where people exchange information and experience regarding the applications for
       permission to retain the German citizenship.

·     For information about the Australian citizenship: Department of Immigration & Citizenship:
      http://www.citizenship.gov.au/
      In particular regarding the eligibility criteria and the procedure:

      o      http://www.citizenship.gov.au/citizenshipwizard/

      o      http://www.citizenship.gov.au/applying/how_to_apply/conferral_app_process/