Your commitment to New Zealand — permanent residence
When you apply for permanent residence, you must show us you are committed to living in New Zealand permanently. Find out what evidence to provide.
Becoming a permanent resident
There is certain criteria you and your partner must meet when applying for permanent residence.
Permanent residence for non-principal applicants
For non-principal applicants to be eligible for a permanent resident visa, the principal applicant must hold a permanent resident visa. In some circumstances however a non-principal applicant can be granted permanent residence on their own.