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New Zealand Citizenship Wait Times Cut by 72% with Faster Processing
2 hours ago | 55 viewsCitizenship application wait times in New Zealand have decreased by 72% since Labour last governed, with average processing now taking 51 days compared to 180 days in October 2023. Despite consistent application numbers over the past three years, the Government has focused on efficient service delivery to reduce stress and provide certainty for applicants who have already spent at least five years in the country. Minister Brooke van Velden thanked the processing teams and emphasized the importance of reliable government services, noting applications can be submitted online or by post.
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2 hours ago | 27 viewsCitizenship application wait times in New Zealand have decreased by 72% since Labour was last in government, with average processing times now at 51 days compared to 180 days in October 2023. Despite a steady number of applications each year, the government has focused on efficient service delivery to reduce stress and provide certainty for applicants who have already spent at least five years in the country. Minister Brooke van Velden praised the Department's efforts and emphasized the importance of timely processing for people planning their futures.
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