New Zealand Spouse
Dependent Visa
Bring your family to New Zealand — open work, free schooling and PR pathways.
Built to keep families together
New Zealand offers Partner of a Worker / Student visas and Dependent Child visas. Partners of Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders earning above the median wage get open work rights.
Partners of postgraduate students and PR holders also enjoy strong work and study rights, making NZ a top family-friendly destination.
Who qualifies for New Zealand?
- Main applicant on AEWV, Post Study Work, Skilled Migrant Resident or PR/citizen
- Partnership of 12+ months (genuine and stable)
- Sufficient funds — NZD 1,250/month for partner + NZD 1,000/month per child (indicative)
- Medical & police certificates
- Children must be under 24 and single
Why families choose this route
Work Rights
Open work rights for partners of AEWV (above median wage) and PR holders.
PR Pathway
Pathway to Skilled Migrant Category PR for partners with skilled jobs.
Children's Education
Free public schooling for children of resident-pathway visa holders.
Healthcare Access
Subsidised public healthcare for residents.
Family Together
Family stays aligned with main applicant's visa.
Yes — let's talk specifics for New Zealand
Open work permit for partners of AEWV holders earning above the median wage (NZD 31.61/hr), and partners of resident visa holders. Partners of students get open work for postgraduate streams.
Processing Time
6–14 weeks
From submission to decision (after biometrics).
Financial Requirements
Indicative: NZD 1,250/month for partner + NZD 1,000/month per child. Bank statements covering intended stay.
Everything you'll need
A clean, complete file = faster approval.
Provide a clear scanned copy + original at biometrics. Our team will review and certify before submission.
Visa Process Timeline
Common reasons applications get refused
Avoiding these is half the battle. Our senior counsellors stress-test your file before submission.
- !Partnership not assessed as genuine and stable
- !Insufficient cohabitation evidence
- !Main applicant on visa not eligible to support partner
- !Inadequate funds
- !Medical or character issues
The Future Link advantage
FAQs
Yes if main applicant holds AEWV (above median wage), residence visa, or you're partner of a postgraduate student. Otherwise visitor-only.
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