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New Zealand · National (New Zealand)

Family

Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa

For the partner of a New Zealand citizen or resident, to live in New Zealand.

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Pathway overview

For the partner of a New Zealand citizen or resident, to live in New Zealand.

Verified directly from Immigration New Zealand's own page: your partner must be a New Zealand citizen or resident (and must live in New Zealand, if their residence is via an Australian passport or Australian residence), you must have been living together in a genuine and stable relationship for at least 12 months when you apply, your partner must support your application, you must be in good health, and you must be of good character. A real restriction not encoded here: your partner must not have supported a successful resident visa application within the past 5 years, or in more than 1 successful application — too narrow and case-specific for this tool's rule engine.

Eligibility requirements

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Costs and financial requirements

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Application process

Online application, supported by a Partnership Support Form (INZ 1178) from the New Zealand partner

Status, validity and rights

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Family inclusion

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Permanent residence and citizenship

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Eligibility to apply for permanent residence or citizenship never guarantees approval.

Required documents

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Official sources and verification

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Last published
2026-09-05
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