Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa New Zealand Guide
For eligible parents and grandparents visiting children or grandchildren who are New Zealand citizens or residents.
Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa requirements: who can apply?
- intend to visit children or grandchildren who are New Zealand citizens or residents
- be sponsored by your child or grandchild, or the parent of your child or grandchild
- be living outside New Zealand
- agree to pay for your own health care
- meet the other requirements of this visa
- not have been granted a Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa in the past 36 months.
- visit your children and grandchildren in New Zealand
- travel in and out of New Zealand
- include your partner in your visa application.
What the Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa lets you do
- visit your children and grandchildren in New Zealand
- travel in and out of New Zealand
- include your partner in your visa application.
Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa documents and evidence
- English translations of any documents that are not in English
- scanned copies of the original documents.
Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa FAQ
What is the Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa?
For eligible parents and grandparents visiting children or grandchildren who are New Zealand citizens or residents.
How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa?
The latest source snapshot lists 6 months at a time, 18 months in 3 years. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.
How much does the Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa cost?
The latest source snapshot lists NZD $441. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.
How long does the Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa take to process?
The latest source snapshot lists 3 months. Processing times are indicative and can change.
Where can I check the latest official Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa requirements?
Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/parent-and-grandparent-visitor-visa/. Webfit News reorganises the public information for convenience but does not replace the official source.
Other visit visa guides
Return to the main NZ Visa Guide to browse work, study, visitor, residence and family visa information or download another visa checklist.