Family Stream Visitor Visa​

Partner of a Student – Visitor Visa

You can apply for this visa if:

• Your partner holds a valid student visa.
• You are in a genuine and stable relationship.
• You intend only to visit, not work or study (though short-term study of up to 3 months is allowed).

Key Conditions:

• No work rights.
• Must leave New Zealand before visa expiry unless applying for a new visa.
• Duration generally aligned with the student’s visa, unless limited by other factors (e.g. relationship evidence).

Partner of a Worker – Visitor Visa

This visa allows you to:

• Live in New Zealand temporarily with your partner.
• Study for up to 3 months.
• Spend time with your partner and family.

Key Points:

• You cannot work on a visitor visa.
• The visa is generally granted for the same duration as your partner’s work visa.
• You must be in a genuine and stable relationship.

Please contact us to check if you are eligible to apply for this visa.

Partner of a New Zealander – Visitor Visa

This visa allows you to:

• Visit and live with your New Zealand partner temporarily.
• Travel around New Zealand.
• Study for up to 3 months.

Key Points:

• You cannot work on this visa.
• It is suitable for couples who are still gathering evidence or not ready to apply for residence.
• You must show that your relationship is genuine and stable.