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When children and young people move (including overseas) policy — Key information
What's important to us
Changing locations is a particularly vulnerable time for mokopuna, which means it is even more important that we continue to be child-centred in our every interaction and always put the best interests of mokopuna first. This includes their need for cultural connectivity. It is our job to make sure their transition is as smooth as possible.
When children and young people are living away from home or travelling
Immigration status of tamariki