politedave82

In short, yes. He would have to be a PR for 4 years before becoming eligible for citizenship. He has to wait until Feb 2021 to apply.

My situation. Arrived Feb 2014 - PR granted Jan 2016. Would have been eligible Feb 2018 - now Jan 2018. 10 months is now 33 months. And there'll be some with way less than 10 months affected.

It appears black & white but this affects me. Currently due for citizenship eligibility in Feb 2018 (10 months). This change means it'll be 4 years since PR - which was granted in Jan 2016. So I have 2y and 9 months to wait - Feb 2020. Really p1ssed at this. I know others will be affected in ways differently but I can only talk about my situation. Married to an Aussie and have a son together, this affects them too, Aussie citizens.