If you want to leave New Zealand and return as either a:
- residence permit holder
- resident permit holder who left New Zealand without getting a Returning Resident’s Visa
- New Zealand citizen who travels on the passport of another country;
you will need to apply for a Returning Resident’s Visa. Find out about visas and permits and whether you need one.
Read each of the following sections to make sure you understand other important requirements about applying for a Returning Resident’s Visa.
Then, follow the steps to apply for a Returning Resident’s Visa.
If you haven’t already checked whether you would qualify for a Returning Resident’s Visa, do a quick check of the minimum criteria now.