New Zealand family visa

Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa New Zealand Guide

For eligible partners of New Zealand citizens or residents who want to live in New Zealand permanently.

Who can apply?How long must we have lived together?What relationship evidence is required?Can children be included?When can I apply for permanent residence?

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Length of stayLive, work and study indefinitely

CostNZD $5360

Processing time7 months

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Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa requirements: who can apply?

have a partner who is a New Zealand citizen or resident
be living with your partner in a for at least 12 months
have your visa application supported by your partner
meet the other requirements of this visa.
live, work and study in New Zealand
include your dependent children aged 24 or younger in your visa application
apply for permanent residence after having this visa for at least 2 years in a row.

What the Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa lets you do

live, work and study in New Zealand
include your dependent children aged 24 or younger in your visa application
apply for permanent residence after having this visa for at least 2 years in a row.

Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa documents and evidence

certified English translations of any documents that are not in English
scanned copies of the original documents.

Common NZ visa questions

Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa FAQ

What is the Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa?

For eligible partners of New Zealand citizens or residents who want to live in New Zealand permanently.

How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa?

The latest source snapshot lists Live, work and study indefinitely. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.

How much does the Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa cost?

The latest source snapshot lists NZD $5360. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.

How long does the Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa take to process?

The latest source snapshot lists 7 months. Processing times are indicative and can change.

Where can I check the latest official Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa requirements?

Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-new-zealander-resident-visa/. Webfit News reorganises the public information for convenience but does not replace the official source.

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Not immigration advice: This page provides general, publicly available information for convenience. It does not assess your circumstances, recommend a visa, predict an outcome, or tell you how to answer an application. Requirements can vary by applicant and can change. Before making an immigration decision or submitting an application, check the current official Immigration New Zealand requirements. If you need advice about your personal circumstances, use an appropriately licensed or exempt immigration adviser.