New Zealand: Your Future Together
Dreaming of a life together, truly together, in New Zealand? Imagine a future where distance is just a memory. A Partner Visa isn't just a document; it's your key to ending long-distance struggles and border separations, opening the door to unforgettable shared moments and a vibrant new life together in New Zealand.
While this information provides a general overview, the specific eligibility criteria and application process can change. It's advisable to consult with an immigration adviser to get the most accurate and up-to-date information..
Live with your partner
What is the NZ Partner Visa?
A New Zealand Partner Visa allows you to live and work in New Zealand with your New Zealand citizen or resident partner. It's designed for couples in genuine, committed relationships who wish to build a life together in New Zealand.
Keeping families together
What benefits does the NZ Partner Visa offer?
A New Zealand Partnership Visa offers significant advantages, including:
o Keeping Families Together:
For individuals in a genuine and stable relationship with a New Zealand citizen or resident (or even certain temporary visa holders), the Partner Visa is the primary means to live together in New Zealand.
o Full Work Rights (Open Work Visa):
A significant advantage is that many Partner Work Visas come with "open" work conditions. This means the visa holder can work for any employer in any role (unlike many other work visas). This provides immense flexibility and freedom to find suitable employment, pursue career goals and contribute financially to the household.
o Pathway to Residency:
After demonstrating a genuine and stable relationship for a period of time, the temporary partner visa can lead to a Partnership Resident Visa, allowing indefinite stay in New Zealand.
o Access to Public Services:
Once a resident visa is granted, the partner gains access to New Zealand's public healthcare system and education system, offering crucial support and benefits for settling into life in New New Zealand.
o Recognition of Diverse Relationships: New Zealand's immigration policy is progressive and recognizes various types of genuine and stable relationships, including de facto (unmarried) relationships and same-sex partnerships, not just married couples.
How to qualify for the NZ Partner Visa
Are You Eligible?
To qualify for a New Zealand Partner Visa, you generally need to:
o Prove you're in a genuine relationship: It's essential to demonstrate that you and your partner are not only residing at the same address but are genuinely sharing your lives in a committed way. This involves showing that your relationship is stable and not merely a casual arrangement or one of convenience. INZ looks for evidence of shared life, mutual support and a long-term commitment.
o Meet specific relationship duration requirements: This specifies the minimum duration of your shared living arrangement that INZ considers as a significant indicator of a genuine partnership.
o Your relationship must be exclusive: This means you and your partner are in a relationship only with each other, and neither of you is in a relationship with any other person.
o Satisfy character and health requirements: Both individuals in the partnership need to satisfy New Zealand's fundamental health and character standards.
o Your partner must have a valid immigration status: The partner who is already in New Zealand (or returning to New Zealand) must hold a qualifying immigration status.
Navigating the complexities, maximising your chance of success
Why Consider Professional Immigration Advice?
Applying for a Partner Visa is an intricate and complex process and requires careful attention to detail. It involves a range of requirements, including providing comprehensive evidence of your relationship, character checks and health checks. There are also a range of additional requirements when children are involved.
That's where Auckland Immigration Services comes in. Our experienced team of Immigration Advisers at Auckland Immigration Services can guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your application is strong and your chances of success are maximized.
Ready to embark on your New Zealand journey together? Let's discuss your options and turn your dream into a reality.
