Eligibility12 min read

Am I Eligible for NZ Citizenship? Complete Eligibility Guide

A plain-English breakdown of every eligibility requirement for New Zealand citizenship by grant — residency calculations, character assessment, English exemptions, and edge cases explained.

By Kiwi Citizenship Team·1 March 2025

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