Citizenship Ceremonies
New Zealand citizenship ceremonies are held four times a year.
The ceremonies are officiated by the Mayor and commence at 7.00pm with candidates and guests requested to be seated by 6.50pm - there is no admittance once the ceremony has started.
Citizenship ceremonies are open to recipients and invited guests only. A light supper follows the ceremony.
2012 Citizenship Ceremonies
Location: Southwards Restaurant, Southwards Car Museum, Otaihanga Road, Paraparaumu.
- Wednesday, 22 February
- Tuesday, 22 May
- Wednesday, 22 August
- November - the final ceremony for the year will be held at a local marae, the time and venue are yet to be confirmed.
For all citizenship enquiries, contact the Department of Internal Affairs.
Phone: 0800 22 51 51
Website: Department of Internal Affairs
Successful applicants will receive notification from the Department of Internal Affairs regarding their scheduled ceremony.
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