Burmese New Zealanders
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| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 3,453[1] | |
| Languages | |
| New Zealand English · Burmese | |
| Religion | |
| Buddhism · Christianity | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Thai New Zealanders, Asian New Zealanders, other Burmese diaspora |
Burmese New Zealanders refers to New Zealand citizens of full or partial Burmese ancestry and those born in Myanmar (Burma) who now reside in New Zealand. Most Burmese New Zealanders arrived in New Zealand from Malaysia and Thailand as refugees.[2]
There are around 3,453 Burmese people in New Zealand, according to the 2023 census.[1]