Before approving repatriation it is necessary to confirm:
the person being considered for repatriation wishes to be repatriated; or, if they are incapable of making that decision, that repatriation is the best option for the individual and New Zealand; and
the full costs of repatriation have been established, including the cost of an escort(s) if required; and
financial assistance to meet the costs of repatriation is not available from any other source either in full or part; and
the person(s) being repatriated have right of entry to the country they are being repatriated to; and
the person is not more appropriately subject to removal action.
Approval for repatriation can only be given by officers with Schedule 1 delegations.
