Australian citizenship by descent

Were you born outside Australia to an Australian citizen parent?

What is a Resident Return Visa (RRV)?

The Resident Return Visa is a permanent visa with a pathway to citizenship.

Dual citizenship

New Zealanders can become dual citizens.

Applying for a Resident Return Visa

New Zealanders can apply for RRV if they entered Australia prior to 1 September 1994. Even if they only came for a holiday or were a child travelling a parents passport.

Completing your RRV application

Some guidance for New Zealanders completing the Resident Return Visa online application.

Children ineligible for parent’s citizenship

A child born in Australia and ineligible for citizenship by descent, risks becoming stateless.

Preparing your RRV written statements

Some guidance for New Zealanders explaining their ties to Australian and reasons for any absence of five or more years.

New Zealand citizenship by descent

If you were born outside New Zealand to a New Zealand citizen parent you may be able claim to New Zealand citizenship by descent.

Always keep your passport valid

New Zealanders living in Australia should not wait for a family emergency before renewing their passport.

NZ Citizen Family Relationship Visa (461)

Allows a non-New Zealand family member of a New Zealand citizen to live and work in Australia for up to five years.