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Citizenship Application Fees and Forms General Requirements for a Grant of New Zealand Citizenship New Zealand Citizenship by Descent Denial and Confirmation of New Zealand Citizenship |
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Citizenship Important Notices
Refunds for New Zealand Citizenship by Grant ApplicationsIf you choose to withdraw your application you may be eligible for a refund of part of the application fee.Usually the main reason that people withdraw their application is that, after the initial processing of their application, they are advised by the Citizenship Office that they do not clearly meet the requirements for the grant of New Zealand citizenship. If this happens to you, you will be advised of your options. Generally one of these options will be to withdraw your application and re-apply when you clearly meet the requirements. The table below indicates the portion of your application fee that will be returned should you be eligible for a refund.
Please Note: Refunds cannot be granted for any applications other than for New Zealand citizenship by grant (i.e. determinations and confirmations). Processing Times for the Grant of CitizenshipCurrently it is taking approximately four months from the time you send us your application to the time you are advised of the outcome.Changes to Citizenship by Birth in New Zealand from 2006Until the end of 2005, most children born in New Zealand (or in the Cook Islands, Niue or Tokelau) are automatically New Zealand citizens at birth (with few exceptions).From 1 January 2006, children born in New Zealand (or in the Cook Islands, Niue or Tokelau) acquire New Zealand citizenship at birth only if at least one of their parents:
Citizenship Amendment Act 2005The Citizenship Amendment Act 2005 came into effect on 21 April 2005. As a result of this legislation there have been some important changes to the requirements for New Zealand citizenship. You can find out more about the changes at General Requirements for a Grant of New Zealand Citizenship or see Citizenship Amendment Act 2005: Frequently Asked Questions.Photographic Image Requirements for New Zealand Travel Documents and Citizenship ApplicationsBy following the photo guidelines you can avoid application-processing delays by ensuring that acceptable photos are taken the first time.To read the photographic image requirements and tips for taking travel document and citizenship photos click on the links below. A written summary of the photo guidelines can also be found in the appropriate application form.
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Last updated: 23/04/2010 |
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