Get Descent & Passport

Filling out the Descent & Passport form is a crucial step in obtaining New Zealand citizenship by descent for your child. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the online process successfully.

Follow the steps to complete the Descent & Passport application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to open the Descent & Passport application form in your chosen editor.
2. Provide thorough answers in the initial questions that determine eligibility for New Zealand citizenship by descent. Ensure the child's parent is a New Zealand citizen.
3. Gather and upload required documents such as the child’s full official birth certificate, photos, and any change of name or adoption documents, if applicable.
4. Fill in the child's personal information, including their full name, birthplace, date of birth, sex, height, and eye color.
5. Complete the New Zealand Parent section with the relevant details, including their New Zealand citizenship claim and relationship to the child.
6. If applicable, fill out the Other Parent’s information with similar details to that of the New Zealand Parent.
7. Read and sign the Privacy Act information section to consent to data collection and sharing as needed.
8. If applying for a passport, indicate consent and complete any necessary fields related to the passport application.
9. Designate a witness to fill out their section, ensuring they meet the necessary requirements as outlined in the form.
10. Review all provided information for accuracy. Save any changes made during the process, and prepare to submit the application.
11. Finally, submit the completed form and payment, then follow the instructions for how to send the application to the appropriate agency.

Start your application for New Zealand citizenship by descent and passport online today!