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Requirements for New Zealand Citizenship New Zealand Citizenship by Descent General Requirements for a Grant of New Zealand Citizenship Grants of New Zealand Citizenship in Other Situations How to Apply For Grant of New Zealand Citizenship Citizenship by Grant Frequently Asked Questions Denial and Confirmation of New Zealand Citizenship Citizenship Application Fees and Forms Citizenship Online Calculation Tool Celebrating 60 Years of New Zealand Citizenship |
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Celebrating 60 Years of New Zealand Citizenship
Further information about New Zealand citizenshipPrior to 1949 there were no New Zealand citizens. People born or naturalised in New Zealand were British subjects, a status common to the peoples of the United Kingdom and the British Empire.The issue of separate nationalities for dominions arose following the 1931 Statute of Westminster, which allowed dominions such as New Zealand to become fully independent countries. Canada created its own citizenship in 1947, with New Zealand and Australia (which will also be celebrating 60 years of citizenship in 2009) following closely behind. On 1 January 1949 the British Nationality and New Zealand Citizenship Act 1948 came into force and most people living in New Zealand became New Zealand citizens on that day. It also meant that children born in New Zealand from 1 January 1949 were automatically New Zealand citizens. The Citizenship Act 1977 replaced the 1948 Act and provides the legislative framework for our citizenship today. Most people born in New Zealand or to New Zealand citizen parents are New Zealand citizens. Most people born in the Cook Islands, Niue or Tokelau are also New Zealand citizens, and since 1949 we have welcomed into the New Zealand “family” a large number of migrants who have chosen to apply for a grant of citizenship. The Department of Internal Affairs plans to hold some special commemorative events to mark this milestone year. There was a Parliamentary function in February hosted by the Minister of Internal Affairs, Hon Dr Richard Worth, and the launch of an educational website. Other planned events include a school essay competition, and a number of special citizenship ceremonies throughout the country. The aim of these initiatives is to raise awareness of the meaning, importance and benefits of citizenship. More information about New Zealand citizenship and the events planned for the 60th anniversary will be placed on this website over upcoming months so keep an eye out here for the latest news!
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Last updated: 20/11/2009 |
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