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Chris The Lawyer, Expert
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Chris The Lawyer, Expert
Was this a mistake or something you did deliberately? The difference is important of course
Chris The Lawyer, Expert
If there was no option I would not raise the issue. If the form was ambiguous that is not your fault. What sort of your residency do you have?
Chris The Lawyer, Expert
Is the father a citizen?
Chris The Lawyer, Expert
I doubt that this would lead to a prosecution however
Chris The Lawyer, Expert
The child would be entitled to be a citizen if the father is a citizen, so I think do not not take steps to change
Chris The Lawyer, Expert
It could affect him getting a passport
Chris The Lawyer, Expert
I dont think it is likely but they may ask. But by the time you have permanent residency he would be entitled to a NZ passport anyway