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flag New Zealand slashed citizenship processing to 69 days, down from 180, cutting backlogs by 70%.

flag New Zealand has achieved its fastest citizenship processing times in five years, with the average wait for a decision now 69 days—down from 180 days—thanks to efforts by the Department of Internal Affairs to clear a backlog. flag The number of applicants awaiting decisions has dropped 70% since a 2022 peak of 37,690, now under 11,000, due to prioritizing older applications and streamlining operations. flag Minister Brooke van Velden credited the progress to improved efficiency and emphasized that applicants, many of whom have lived in New Zealand for at least five years, contribute significantly to the economy and society. flag The government highlighted the personal importance of timely recognition for those who have made substantial investments in building new lives in the country.

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