British citizenship by birth Being born in the UK does not automatically make you a British citizen. A child will have automatic right to British citizenship if they were born in the UK and one parent had settled status at the time of the child’s birth.
Is a child born in New Zealand automatically a citizen?
Since 1 January 2006, a child born in New Zealand is not automatically considered a New Zealand citizen if the parent/s are not New Zealand citizens. If a child born in New Zealand is not eligible for New Zealand citizenship at birth, they are deemed to hold a visa if either parent holds a visa when the child is born.
How are fathers and mothers different in New Zealand?
Parents are expected to share the responsibility of caring for children and providing for their needs. This is reflected in New Zealand family law such as the Care of Children Act 2004. Although parenting is a shared responsibility, mothers and fathers often care and provide for children differently, especially when children are young.
Can a parent pass their nationality to their child?
Your parent will have been classified as British Otherwise than by Descent, hold a British Passport, and can pass British Nationality to their children, irrespective of where these children are born. Read more about British Nationality by Descent.
How does a parent become a British citizen?
You have a PARENT* (a father or mother) who was Naturalised in the UK before your birth, or who was born in the UK (or Northern Ireland) before 1983. Your parent will have been classified as British Otherwise than by Descent, hold a British Passport, and can pass British Nationality to their children, irrespective of where these children are born.
Can a New Zealand citizen become a parent?
Grandparents of New Zealand citizens or residents may be considered for residence under the Parent Category if their grandchild’s parents died. The information below will help you understand the process so you can plan ahead and have the best chance of submitting a complete application.
