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New Zealand Naturalization and Citizenship (view source)
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In New Zealand, citizenship was a valuable privilege that included: | In New Zealand, citizenship was a valuable privilege that included: | ||
* Permission to reside in the country without being expelled | |||
* Protections under the law | |||
* The right to vote | |||
* The right to own and inherit property | |||
Naturalization is the process of granting citizenship privileges and responsibilities to residents. Before 1977, anyone living in New Zealand who was not of British or Irish origin was considered an alien. Citizenship was gained only through naturalization. Until 1870, aliens could live in New Zealand but were not allowed to own or inherit land unless they became naturalized. After 1870, they could own or lease property, but they were still not citizens and could not vote. | Naturalization is the process of granting citizenship privileges and responsibilities to residents. Before 1977, anyone living in New Zealand who was not of British or Irish origin was considered an alien. Citizenship was gained only through naturalization. Until 1870, aliens could live in New Zealand but were not allowed to own or inherit land unless they became naturalized. After 1870, they could own or lease property, but they were still not citizens and could not vote. | ||