New Zealand family visa

Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa New Zealand Guide

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

Who can apply?What relationship evidence is needed?How long can I stay?What work can I do?Can dependent children be included?

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Length of stay3 years

CostNZD $1630

Processing time8 weeks

Residence optionCan lead to a resident visa Yes

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

have the support of a who is a New Zealand citizen or resident
be living with your partner in a
have enough money to pay your living expenses or have an acceptable sponsor
meet the other requirements of this visa.
join your partner while they are in New Zealand
work in New Zealand
study for up to 3 months
travel in and out of New Zealand.

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

join your partner while they are in New Zealand
work in New Zealand
study for up to 3 months
travel in and out of New Zealand.

Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa documents and evidence

certified English translations of police and medical certificates that are not in English
scanned copies of the original documents.

Common NZ visa questions

Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa FAQ

What is the Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa?

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

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

The latest source snapshot lists 3 years. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.

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

The latest source snapshot lists NZD $1630. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.

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

The latest source snapshot lists 8 weeks. Processing times are indicative and can change.

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

Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-new-zealander-work-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.