Dependent Visa New Zealand

Dependent VISA New Zealand | Indo-West

Nestled in the South Pacific Ocean is the stunning island of New Zealand. The nation encourages immigration and promptly implements new laws to strengthen its immigration framework. Numerous immigrants enter the nation for a variety of purposes, including employment, study, and business. and decide to stay in the nation in search of a better life and a brighter future. But there are disadvantages to being away from family when living in a foreign nation. The family-based VISA program is provided by the New Zealand immigration office in order to break up the separation. It allows family members of immigrants who are either temporarily or permanently residing in New Zealand to immigrate on various dependant visa categories. Let's investigate various dependant visa options for get-togethers with relatives.

1. Dependent VISA for Partners

Spouses or legal partners of NZ citizens, PR holders, or temporary NZ visa holders can apply to move to New Zealand. Various Dependent VISA options are available that you can find here.

2. Dependent VISA for Children

Children who require parental support and are financially reliant on their parents are eligible to enter New Zealand under this VISA category. There are various visa categories to meet every type of immigration requirement. We will examine and elucidate each category for you; please stay tuned.

a) Dependent Child Immigration Status

Children of citizens or permanent residents of New Zealand may be invited. The following are the full requirements for eligibility to apply for the visa:

• Your offspring needs to be unmarried.
• Your youngster must be younger than 24 years old.
• The child needs to rely only on you.
• The child is not allowed to get married.
• Visa Privileges
• You can have your child live with you for as long as you choose.
• Everywhere in New Zealand is a suitable place for the child to study a course of interest.
• The youngster will also have the right to work if they are old enough.

b) Dependent Child Student VISA

New Zealand permanent residents or citizens are allowed to invite their children. The complete eligibility criteria to apply for the visa are as follows:

• Your child must be single
• The age of your child must be under 24 years
• The child must be entirely dependent on you
• The child must not be married

VISA Rights

• Your child can stay with you for an indefinite period.
• The child can study a course of his or her interest anywhere in New Zealand.
• If the child is old enough, he or she will have work rights as well

c) Dependent Child of a Work Visitor VISA

Temporary residents in New Zealand on a student visa are also allowed to invite their children if they fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned below:

• The child must be 19 years or under
• The parent must have enough funds to support the child
• The child must be financially dependent on the parents
• The child’s parents must agree to pay living and health care expenses
• The parent must have a minimum yearly income of NZ$43,322.76 if also have a skilled or religious work visa

VISA Rights

• The staying period will be the same as the parent’s visa
• The child can enroll in primary education
• The education will be free of cost

VISA Type	Cost	Processing time
Dependent Child Resident Visa	NZD $2750	12 months
Dependent Child Student Visa	NZD $375	56 days
Child of a Worker Visitor Visa	NZD $211	55 days

3. Dependent VISA for parents

There are few VISA options for New Zealand immigrants to bring their parents or grandparents to New Zealand. These ar

a) Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa - Applicants are eligible to apply for this visa if their children or grandchildren have permanent residency or citizenship in New Zealand. The maximum staying period is 18 months in total 3 years with multiple entries. The VISA serves the purpose of visiting the family for a short period.

b) The Parent Resident Visa - Immigrants with PR or citizenship status in New Zealand have the right to bring their parents for an indefinite time period. The parents can freely live, work, or study anywhere in the country.

c) The Parent Retirement Resident Visa - Similar to the parent resident, this visa category is designed for PR holders and citizens of New Zealand to bring their parents permanently to the country. However, the eligibility criteria are different and a bit complex. If you meet the following conditions your parents can apply for the visa type.

• You must have a balance of NZ $1 million or more to invest for 4 years
• You must have a yearly income of NZ $60,000 or more
• Another fund of NZ$500,000 is also required to prove your financial stability

VISA Type	Cost	Processing time	Sponsorship
Parent and Grandparent Visitor Visa	NZD $211	5 months	Required
The Parent Resident Visa	NZD $3180	Variable	Required
The Parent Retirement Resident Visa	NZD $5230	53 months	Required

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