Do we need to be married to qualify for a visa?

Couples do not need to be married in order for a partner to be eligible for a work visa as the partner of a student or work visa holder.

Partners may be issued with a work visa if they provide documentary evidence that demonstrates to an immigration officer that they are living together with the principal applicant partner in a genuine and stable partnership at the time their application is made.

Note: The holder of the student or work visa must have been issued with a visa allowing a stay in New Zealand of more than six months for the partner to be eligible. There are also some exceptions to this rule - for example partners of working holiday visa holders are not eligible.

To find out more, visit Immigration New Zealand

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