Trafficking Victim Resident Visa New Zealand Guide
For eligible people in New Zealand who already hold a trafficking victim temporary visa and cannot safely return home.
Trafficking Victim Resident Visa requirements: who can apply?
- have a trafficking victim work, student or visitor visa
- be in New Zealand and unable to return home
- be certified as a victim of people trafficking by the New Zealand Police
- be certified by the New Zealand Police that you have not obstructed the investigation of your trafficking case
- meet the other requirements of this visa.
- live, work and study in New Zealand
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your travel conditions expire, 2 years from the date you first arrive in New Zealand as a resident.
What the Trafficking Victim Resident Visa lets you do
- live, work and study in New Zealand
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your travel conditions expire, 2 years from the date you first arrive in New Zealand as a resident.
Trafficking Victim 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.
Trafficking Victim Resident Visa FAQ
What is the Trafficking Victim Resident Visa?
For eligible people in New Zealand who already hold a trafficking victim temporary visa and cannot safely return home.
How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Trafficking Victim 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 Trafficking Victim Resident Visa cost?
The latest source snapshot lists NZD $0. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.
How long does the Trafficking Victim Resident Visa take to process?
The latest source snapshot lists is a high priority. Processing times are indicative and can change.
Where can I check the latest official Trafficking Victim Resident Visa requirements?
Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/trafficking-victim-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.