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.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Proof of a genuine and stable relationship with a New Zealand citizen, resident or temporary visa holder
  • 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

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