Partner / Dependent Child Resident & Work Visas
Partner / Dependent Child Resident & Work Visas is a residence route in New Zealand (Familie). Genuine and stable relationship (12 months living together for residence); partner of eligible work-visa holder gets work rights. Parent Boost visitor visa (5 yrs) for parents of citizens/residents.
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
4-yr transitional resident exemption.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Familie |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | — |
| Indkomst / år | — |
| Formue | — |
| Min. ophold | 0 |
| PR | 2 |
| Statsborgerskab | 5 |
| Arbejde | yes |
| Berettiget | Partners/children of NZ citizens, residents or visa holders |
| Skat | 4-yr transitional resident exemption. |
| Pr. | 2026-10 |
General information only — not tax, legal, immigration, investment or financial advice, and no client relationship. Figures are simplified, indicative and may be out of date. Always verify with the official authority and a licensed professional in the country concerned before acting. Partner links, if any, are marked and may earn us a fee.