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Government information, record-checking tools and community support for preparing a New Zealand citizenship application.
Last reviewed: 7 August 2026
Official citizenship resources
7New Zealand citizenship
The main government hub for citizenship by birth, descent and grant.
Citizenship requirements
Official overview of presence, character, English and intention requirements.
Presence requirements
The official 1,350-day total and 240-day-per-period rules.
Official citizenship self-check
DIA’s self-check using information from official visa and travel systems.
Apply for citizenship
Current application methods, forms, checklist and fees.
Citizenship timeframes
Current assessment timeframes and reasons applications may take longer.
Contact the Citizenship Office
Official phone, email and postal contact details for DIA citizenship enquiries.
Visa and travel records
3Visa Verification Service
Check details and conditions of a current New Zealand visa.
Request your INZ information
Request visa records, immigration status, and arrival and departure dates held by INZ.
Permanent Resident Visa
Official explanation of Permanent Resident Visa rights and eligibility.
Legal and professional support
3Immigration Advisers Authority
Find and verify a licensed New Zealand immigration adviser.
Community Law
Free initial legal information and local Community Law Centre support.
Citizens Advice Bureau
Free, confidential information and help navigating government services.
Community and language support
3English Language Partners New Zealand
English classes, conversation support and community programmes for migrants and refugees.
Ministry for Ethnic Communities
Government information, community connections and support for ethnic communities.
New Zealand history and government
Official information about New Zealand history, government and civic life.
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Add NZ Citizenship Check to your phone
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