Partnership visa scenarios
Real situations couples find themselves in — and the clearest path forward for each.
My partner is on a visitor visa and wants to work in NZ
Your partner's visitor visa has no work rights. Here's how to move to a partner of a New Zealander work visa so they can work legally.
Applying for a partnership visa after a short relationship
Not together 12 months yet? You can usually still apply for a partnership work or visitor visa now while you build toward residence.
How to bring my partner to New Zealand
Your partner is overseas and you want them here. Learn the visitor and work visa options, both resting on a genuine and stable relationship.
Reapplying after a partnership visa decline
A partnership visa decline is not the end. Learn how to read the reasons, fix the gaps, and choose reconsideration, appeal or a stronger fresh application.