Sweeping changes to citizenship pathway for New Zealanders announced | The World

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The federal government has announced all special category visa holders will be able to apply directly for Australian citizenship without first becoming permanent residents. That's as long as they meet a four-year residence and other eligibility requirements. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled the new "direct pathway to citizenship" on the eve of a visit by his New Zealand counterpart Chris Hipkins. Foreign affairs reporter Stephen Dziedzic says it's a significant move.

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