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Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa

Who it's for: Partners of New Zealand citizens or residents who want to live 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

Requirements at a glance

  • Job offer needed: No
  • Age limit: From 18
  • Main fee: NZ$5,360
  • Family can join: Yes
  • Can lead to permanent residence: Yes
  • Decision time: 7 months
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Figures and costs

Approximate, at rates of 27 Oct 2026. Banks use different rates.
Figures for the Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa
ItemAmountIn your currencySource
Main feeNZ$5,360—immigration.govt.nzOfficial · 3 Nov 2026

Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.

What the official pages say

6 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.

  • Job offer neededNoOfficial wording
    “live, work and study in New Zealand”
  • Age limitFrom 18Official wording
    “both be at least 18”
  • Main feeNZ$5,360Official wording
    “Cost From NZD $5360”
  • Family can joinYesOfficial wording
    “include your dependent children aged 24 or younger in your visa application”
  • Can lead to permanent residenceYesOfficial wording
    “apply for permanent residence after having this visa for at least 2 years in a row.”
  • Decision time7 monthsOfficial wording
    “Processing time 80% within 7 months”

We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Money to show; Salary threshold; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.

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