Parent & Grandparent Visitor Visa (3-Year Multiple-Entry)
Overview
If you’re a parent or grandparent of a New Zealand citizen or resident and want to visit family regularly, the Parent & Grandparent Visitor Visa may be the right option.
Key Facts
- Validity: Multiple-entry visa valid for 3 years.
- How long you can stay: Up to 6 months at a time, with a maximum total stay of 18 months within the 3-year period.
- Who can sponsor: Your sponsor is usually your child or grandchild who is a New Zealand citizen or resident; the sponsor must supply a completed Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025).
- Where to apply: Applications must be made from outside New Zealand.
- Health & character: Applicants must meet standard health and character requirements; additional checks (medical or police certificates) may be requested.
Documents Commonly Required
- Passport (valid for travel).
- Proof of relationship to NZ sponsor (birth/marriage certificates).
- Completed and signed INZ 1025 sponsorship form (from your sponsor).
- Evidence of funds or sponsor’s financial support.
- Medical and police certificates, if requested.
- Travel/health insurance (strongly recommended).
Why Choose This Visa?
- Multiple entries make it easy to visit family over several years without reapplying.
- Longer single-visit stays (6 months) let you be present for major family events and extended visits.
We Can:
- Check eligibility for you and your sponsor.
- Prepare the sponsorship form (INZ 1025) and supporting documents.
- Lodge the application and manage INZ communications.