Partnership Visa

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Partnership Visa

Temporary & Resident Visa Options

Partnership Visas are designed for people who are in a genuine and stable relationship with a New Zealand citizen, resident, or a temporary visa holder.

Whether you are applying for a New Zealand partnership visa for residency or an NZ partnership work visa to live and work in the country, understanding the requirements is crucial. The work visa partnership NZ option allows partners of eligible visa holders to work while staying in New Zealand.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Proof of a genuine and stable relationship with a New Zealand citizen, resident, or temporary visa holder to qualify for a partnership visa
  • Evidence of living together (minimum of 12 months for a resident visa application)
  • Good health and character
  • The partner must support the application and be an eligible sponsor for the NZ partnership visa

Benefits

• Ability to join your partner in New Zealand • Open work visa (with conditions for some), limited study rights • Pathway to residency for partners of New Zealand citizens and residents

Limitations

• Must live together in a genuine and stable relationship • Only available to partners of some temporary visa holders