Partner of NZ Resident New Zealand

About

You can apply to live permanently in New Zealand if you're the partner of a New Zealand citizen or resident. For that, you will need Partner NZ Resident. If granted indefinite residence in New Zealand, you can live, work, and study there.

You can include dependent children aged 24 and under in your visa application with this visa. You can apply for this visa only if your partner's New Zealand residence is relied on their Australian permanent residence, Australian citizenship or resident return visa.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must:

  • be a partner of a New Zealand citizen.
  • fulfil health and character requirements.

Documents

The criteria and evidence listed below will help you meet the requirements. 

  • Provide proof of your identity.
  • Be in good health.
  • Bear a good character.
  • Your partner must be a citizen or resident of New Zealand.
  • Partner must be of good character.
  • To support your application, your partner must be eligible.
  • You and your partner must have been together for at least 12 months in a sincere and stable relationship.
  • Dependent children must meet the necessities for a resident visa.
  • Kids must be under 24 years old and single.
  • Children between the ages of 21 and 24 must rely on an adult for financial assistance.
  • You must be the legal guardian or parent of your dependent children.
  • Having the legal right to dismiss dependent children from their country of origin.

Process

The information provided below will assist you in understanding the process, timeframes, and costs associated with applying for this visa. Thus, allowing you to plan ahead of time and have a chance to submit a complete application.

You are eligible to apply for this visa if you are in relation to a New Zealand citizen or resident. Moreover, look for the visa processing time, which can help when to apply.

Visa Processing Time
The visa may take six months or even more to process.

How to Apply
Apply online, upload your documents and pay applicable fees. There is also an option for on-paper applications. Still, we recommend the online process as it is easy and time-saving. You may also consult a professional in this regard.

Duration & Fees

Duration
You may get a permanent resident visa if your partner is a New Zealand citizen and you have lived together for at least five years outside of New Zealand.

Fees
It is a visa application where an eligible party to a relationship wants to sponsor a spouse/partner and obtain working rights in New Zealand. The fee for this application is $1,300.

Extension

There is no need for an extension. But if you are allowed a five years residence, you may apply for a permanent residence at the end of it.

Highlights

Work
You are allowed to work.

Study
You may take continue your education.

Dependents
Include children and other family members.

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