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Intercountry Adoption Resident Visa
Who it's for: New Zealand citizens and residents who want to bring an adopted child to live with them in New Zealand.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
We have the official link for this visa type. Quoted requirements are not recorded yet.
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