If your citizenship certificate has been lost, stolen or destroyed, you can apply for official proof or a replacement through the Department of Internal Affairs.
Use the official proof-of-citizenship service
The current Govt.nz proof page explains the forms, photo and witness requirements for different types of citizenship evidence. The citizenship fees page lists a NZ$134 replacement citizenship certificate fee as of this guide's review date.
Lost or stolen certificates may require a declaration
Follow the current form instructions carefully. Replacement and proof services can require identity evidence and, depending on the request, a statutory declaration about the certificate being lost, stolen or destroyed.
Keep a secure digital reference
After receiving a replacement, store a secure scan for reference, but remember that some organisations may still require the official certificate rather than a copy.
Use the free tools
Turn the guidance into a practical next step
Check your presence estimate, test a future trip, or work through the application checklist.