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Our online systems

Use our online system to apply for selected visas or check visa details. Get help to use our online services. 
We have enhanced Immigration Online. You can still access applications, documents or eVisas in the old system.

Join or bring family to New Zealand

We have a range of visas to help partners, dependent children and parents of New Zealand citizens, residents and visa holders join family here. It's also important to us that you have the tools you need to help settle into New Zealand life as best as you can.

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  • New temporary visa for family of Ukrainians in New Zealand

    The 2022 Special Ukraine Visa allows Ukrainian New Zealanders to apply to bring family members still in Ukraine to New Zealand.

    15 March 2022
  • Information for partners

    If you're moving to New Zealand with your partner or spouse, you may face quite specific challenges when you first arrive.

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    If you have a family to consider, be assured, New Zealand is a great place to bring up children.

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