01Which family relationships qualify?
A parent of a New Zealand citizen or resident may visit under the Parent Boost visa.
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Who may sponsor or bring the family member, and what immigration/citizenship status must that person hold?
The parent must be sponsored by at least 1 adult child aged 18 or older (up to 2 joint sponsors); the sponsor or sponsors must be New Zealand citizens or residents and must normally live, and be living, in New Zealand while sponsoring.
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What is important for proving marriage, partnership, parentage, custody, dependency or another qualifying relationship?
If the partner is included, evidence of the relationship is required. The official source does not state the evidence needed to prove the parent-child relationship.
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What important financial, accommodation, insurance or maintenance responsibilities apply?
The applicant must show sufficient living funds or a sponsor with sufficient income, and hold medical or travel insurance. The official source does not state the required amounts.
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How does the application work at a high level, what rights does the family member receive, how long does the status last, and how can it become independent or longer-term where officially stated?
The multi-entry visa lasts up to 5 years; the holder must leave during year three for a health and insurance check and it provides no residence pathway. The official source does not state the application process or whether the holder may work or study.
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These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.
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