The Partner of a Worker Visitor Visa is designed to allow partners of skilled workers in New Zealand to join them for an extended stay while enjoying the lifestyle and exploring the country. This visa enables partners to live with their loved ones without the need to work, offering the freedom to experience New Zealand’s natural beauty, culture, and leisure opportunities.
Pathways
The Partner of a Worker Visitor Visa provides a pathway for partners of skilled workers to stay in New Zealand for the duration of their partner's work visa. While this visa does not allow the holder to work, it offers the flexibility to live in New Zealand and explore options such as studying short courses or engaging in volunteer activities. This visa is ideal for partners who wish to support their loved ones while focusing on personal interests or family life. In some cases, partners may later apply for a work visa or other visas if they wish to transition into employment or further their stay in New Zealand.
Validity and Financial Requirements
The Partner of a Worker Visitor Visa is generally valid for the same period as the primary visa holder’s work visa, ensuring that couples can remain together for the duration of the work visa. Financial requirements include demonstrating that the couple can support themselves during their stay in New Zealand. This may involve showing evidence of savings or the primary visa holder’s income to prove that they can cover living expenses without relying on New Zealand's welfare system. Additionally, the standard visa application fees apply.
Obligations
Visa holders must maintain a genuine and stable relationship with the primary visa holder throughout their stay in New Zealand. While they are not permitted to work under this visa, they must adhere to New Zealand’s visa conditions, including respecting the terms of their visitor status. This means they should not undertake employment unless they apply for and are granted a different visa that permits work. It’s also essential that the primary visa holder remains compliant with their visa conditions, as the visitor visa is dependent on their status. If the relationship ends or the primary visa holder's visa is canceled, the partner may need to apply for a different visa to remain in New Zealand.