Is new zealand in uk

A common question!

New Zealand is not part of the United Kingdom (UK). It is a separate and independent country located in the southern hemisphere, southeast of Australia.

However, New Zealand was a British colony from 1840 to 1907, and as a result, it shares many cultural and historical ties with the UK. The country's official language is English, and many New Zealanders have British ancestry.

In fact, New Zealand is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, a voluntary association of 54 countries, most of which are former British colonies or territories. The Commonwealth is a symbol of the historical ties between the UK and its former colonies, and it promotes cooperation and friendship among its member states.

So while New Zealand is not part of the UK, it has strong historical and cultural connections with the country, and many New Zealanders have family ties to the UK.