A new partnership is often the reason people choose to leave their home land and start a new life in New Zealand. And many have found New Zealand a great place to live, work and raise families.
If you are a partner of a New Zealand resident
and wish to move to New Zealand to join your partner, you will need to apply for residence in New Zealand. Your partner must be a New Zealand citizen or resident, and be eligible to sponsor you.
But, find out first…
What opportunities are there in New Zealand?
Would I like to live in New Zealand? Our Discover and Decide site has been designed to give you a small taste of the country, the people and our way of life.
Can I move to New Zealand?
How do I go about applying to move in New Zealand?
Tell me more - I'm accepted.
Maybe you’ve been in New Zealand for a while, and your circumstances have changed...
How is my visa or permit affected?
If you wish to sponsor your partner
You must be a New Zealand citizen or resident, and be eligible to sponsor your partner. Find out the requirements to sponsor your partner, so they can join you in New Zealand.