[cabbage32]

Hi
I've just been told that I'm eligible to apply for NZ citizenship as of April 2007 (Hurray!) This is greate because I'm hoping to got back to univiersity and need my citizenship to get a full student loan.
The onyl trouble is that the DIA website says that the application process is currently NINE MONTHS!
I'm an English citizen with a clean passport, professional job etc.
Does anyone have any experience of how long the citizenship proces takes in reality?

[KerryS]

Mine took just under 5 months - but that was a while ago. Processing times are always changing dependent on the number of applications.
If there are no problems with your application it may take less time, but I wouldn't rely on it.
Why do you need citizenship for a student loan - you are eligible for a student loan for fees (and a student allowance for living expenses) as a permanent resident?