Eligibility Quiz
Are you currently physically present in New Zealand or at a New Zealand port of entry?
Documents Required
When making an onshore claim, you must provide comprehensive evidence to support your identity and your story. All documents not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation.
Identity and Travel Documents
- Current and expired passports or any other travel documents.
- Birth certificates for yourself and any accompanying family members.
- National identity cards or military service records from your home country.
Supporting Evidence for Your Claim
- Written Statement: A detailed, chronological account explaining exactly why you are afraid to return to your country.
- Evidence of Persecution: This may include police reports, court documents, medical records showing injuries, or threatening letters/messages.
- Membership Proof: Documents proving your involvement in political parties, religious groups, or social organizations (e.g., membership cards, photos, or letters from organization leaders).
- Country Information: News articles, human rights reports, or expert testimonies that corroborate the dangers you describe in your home country.
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Key Developments
New bespoke detention settings for refugee and protection status claimants came into effect to better account for their unique vulnerabilities and align with international obligations.
mbie.govt.nz ↗The Minister of Immigration gained new powers to cancel the residence class visas of individuals who pose a security threat but cannot be deported due to the risk of torture.
mbie.govt.nz ↗The Refugee Quota Programme for 2025–2028 commenced, maintaining an annual intake of 1,500 while removing the fixed 200-place allocation for large-scale crises to allow for more flexible use of quota places.
immigration.govt.nz ↗