Citizenship Ceremonies 2026

Next date: Wednesday, 03 June 2026 | 04:00 PM

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Whanganui District Council hosts citizenship ceremonies every quarter to honour our new citizens and warmly embrace them into our vibrant city of Whanganui, Aotearoa New Zealand.

The following process occurs during each ceremony:

  • opening address by the Mayor
  • oath or affirmation by candidates
  • presentation of certificates
  • closing statement
  • national anthem
  • photo opportunity (group photo with the Mayor)

View more information about Citizenship Ceremonies 

For queries about the ceremony itself, please contact mayor@whanganui.govt.nz

For queries about citizenship requirements, processes or which ceremony you will be attending, please email citizenshipceremonies@dia.govt.nz

When

  • Wednesday, 03 June 2026 | 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 11 June 2026 | 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 29 July 2026 | 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 16 September 2026 | 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 11 November 2026 | 04:00 PM

Location

Whanganui War Memorial Centre, Watt Street, Whanganui, 4500, View Map

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