Refused boarding to New Zealand because I couldn't demonstrate I'm an NZ citizen. What are my options?

1. How do I prove NZ citizenship?
2. Can I lose my NZ citizenship?
3. What does NZ citizen by descent mean?
4. Can you travel with citizenship certificate?
5. What qualifies as proof of citizenship?
6. What documents can be used for proof of citizenship?
7. When can a NZ resident be deported?
8. Can NZ citizens be deported?
9. How do I qualify for permanent residency in New Zealand?
10. Does New Zealand allow dual citizenship?
11. What are the 4 types of citizenship?
12. Are babies born in New Zealand automatically citizens?

How do I prove NZ citizenship?

You can use the Confirmation of Birth certificate to prove you are a New Zealand citizen.
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You need to include:

1. your original full birth certificate.
2. original documents showing any other names you have used in your lifetime, and.
3. 2 passport photos that meet the photo requirements.

Can I lose my NZ citizenship?

In rare circumstances, the Minister of Internal Affairs can take away your New Zealand citizenship. You will no longer be able to use a New Zealand passport and you might not be allowed to live here.

What does NZ citizen by descent mean?

What is New Zealand Citizenship by Descent? Who can apply? Any person born outside New Zealand on or after 1 January 1978 and whose mother or father was a New Zealand citizen other than by descent (ie. by birth in NZ, or by grant) at the time of that person's birth, is a New Zealand citizen by descent.

Can you travel with citizenship certificate?

All travelers must have a passport book for international air travel. Please note that hospital-issued birth certificates, voter registration cards, and affidavits cannot be used. If you were not born in the United States, you can use your original Naturalization Certificate or Certificate of Citizenship.

What qualifies as proof of citizenship?

Documents serving as primary evidence of U.S. citizenship are: Birth certificate or certified copy of birth certificate issued by a U.S. State or by the U.S. Department of State (for persons born abroad to U.S. citizen parents who registered the child's birth and U.S. citizenship with the U.S. Embassy or consulate)

What documents can be used for proof of citizenship?

You are a U.S. citizen if you have a:

• Birth certificate showing birth in the United States;
• Form N-550, Certificate of Naturalization;
• Form N-560, Certificate of Citizenship;
• Form FS-240, Report of Birth Abroad of United States Citizen; or.
• Valid unexpired U.S. passport.

When can a NZ resident be deported?

You can become liable for deportation if: you stay in New Zealand beyond the expiry date of your visa. you breach other conditions of your visa (for example, working when you only hold a visitor visa) you are convicted for a criminal offence.

Can NZ citizens be deported?

You can't be deported unless and until you've appealed and lost your appeal, or, if you don't appeal, until the six-week appeal time has passed. You can also apply to Immigration New Zealand for a visa under section 61 as a special case: see “If you're here illegally: Understanding your options”.

How do I qualify for permanent residency in New Zealand?

Meeting the criteria

1. Identity. You must provide proof of your identity. ...
2. Character. You must be of good character. ...
3. Resident visa status. You must hold a valid resident visa or have held one in the last 3 months. ...
4. Resident visa conditions. ...
5. Commitment to New Zealand. ...
6. Non-principal applicants.

Does New Zealand allow dual citizenship?

New Zealand allows dual and multiple citizenship. The Citizenship Act makes no explicit mention of the effect of having another nationality. A New Zealander may only voluntarily renounce their Citizenship if they already hold that of another country.

What are the 4 types of citizenship?

Usually citizenship based on circumstances of birth is automatic, but an application may be required.

• Citizenship by birth (jus sanguinis). ...
• Born within a country (jus soli). ...
• Citizenship by marriage (jus matrimonii). ...
• Naturalization. ...
• Citizenship by investment or Economic Citizenship. ...
• Excluded categories.

Are babies born in New Zealand automatically citizens?

Your children who are born in New Zealand are automatically New Zealand citizens. ... You cannot pass citizenship to any children who are born outside New Zealand. They will need to apply for New Zealand citizenship by grant. As a citizen by descent, you can also apply for citizenship by grant.