A declaration of loyalty to The Commonwealth of Australia and our lawful, living, breathing jurisdiction.
By affirming your allegiance, you declare your unwavering loyalty to The Commonwealth of Australia and its people.
This affirmation strengthens our unity and upholds our inherent rights and freedoms.
We honour and protect the land of our forebears and all future generations.
We honour and protect the land of our forebears and all future generations.
We honour and protect the land of our forebears and all future generations.
We honour and protect the land of our forebears and all future generations.
“I affirm my allegiance to The Commonwealth of Australia and its people. I stand in truth, uphold our sovereignty and commit to the well-being of our nation and future generations.”
The First Affirmation is made to The Crown, Head of The Commonwealth, in accordance with the Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900. It is required for those holding Commonwealth offices, including parliamentary, judicial, and public service roles.
The Second Affirmation is a pledge to The Commonwealth—the Sovereign People of The Commonwealth of Australia, the Autonomous Community that created the Constitution. It affirms that ultimate authority rests with the people, as stated in the Annotated Constitution by Quick and Garran.
The Third Affirmation is for individuals not born in The Commonwealth who wish to join the Autonomous Community of The Commonwealth of Australia and be recognised as Nationals. Applicants must have lived in Australia for at least five years, have a good understanding of English and the law, and be endorsed by two Natural Born Nationals who can verify their character and witness their pledge of allegiance.
Commonwealth Custodians is an autonomous, non-political community for Nationals of the Commonwealth of Australia.
