Refugee Family Support Resident Visa New Zealand Guide
For eligible family members sponsored by a New Zealand citizen or resident who came to New Zealand as a refugee or protected person.
Refugee Family Support Resident Visa requirements: who can apply?
- be invited to apply for residence by Immigration New Zealand
- have an eligible registered sponsor, who will arrange suitable accommodation when you arrive
- meet the other requirements of this visa.
- live, work and study in New Zealand
- include your partner, and dependent children aged 24 and younger, in your residence application — if they were included in your sponsor's registration.
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your travel conditions expire, 2 years from when you first arrive as a resident.
What the Refugee Family Support Resident Visa lets you do
- live, work and study in New Zealand
- include your partner, and dependent children aged 24 and younger, in your residence application — if they were included in your sponsor's registration.
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your travel conditions expire, 2 years from when you first arrive as a resident.
Refugee Family Support Resident Visa documents and evidence
Document requirements vary by visa and circumstances. Use the official Immigration New Zealand page for the current evidence requirements. The PDF checklist on this page includes the information that could be safely extracted during the latest source check.
Refugee Family Support Resident Visa FAQ
What is the Refugee Family Support Resident Visa?
For eligible family members sponsored by a New Zealand citizen or resident who came to New Zealand as a refugee or protected person.
How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Refugee Family Support Resident Visa?
The latest source snapshot lists Live, work and study indefinitely. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.
How much does the Refugee Family Support Resident Visa cost?
The latest source snapshot lists NZD $0 Visas available Each year 600. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.
How long does the Refugee Family Support Resident Visa take to process?
The latest source snapshot lists Data not available. Processing times are indicative and can change.
Where can I check the latest official Refugee Family Support Resident Visa requirements?
Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/refugee-family-support-resident-visa/. Webfit News reorganises the public information for convenience but does not replace the official source.
Other residence visa guides
Return to the main NZ Visa Guide to browse work, study, visitor, residence and family visa information or download another visa checklist.