Here you will find details about information we’ve proactively released, including records from our archives. You can also find out how to ask for personal and official information.
The nature of our work means we won’t always be able to release information you request but we always balance our need for secrecy with the public’s legitimate expectation that we are as transparent as possible.
We’re accountable to several independent authorities, who make sure we’re using our powers according to the law.
If you’re a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident anywhere in the world, or anyone else in New Zealand, you can ask for any information you think we might hold.
You can ask us for personal information you think we might hold about you.
Here you can find information we have proactively released.
We hold the records of all the organisations that have been responsible for New Zealand’s security intelligence since 1919.