01Which family relationships qualify?
A partner of a person with an eligible New Zealand work visa may apply for a work visa.
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Who may sponsor or bring the family member, and what immigration/citizenship status must that person hold?
The supporting partner must hold an eligible New Zealand work visa and be eligible to support the application.
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What is important for proving marriage, partnership, parentage, custody, dependency or another qualifying relationship?
The couple must provide evidence that they live together in a genuine and stable relationship.
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What important financial, accommodation, insurance or maintenance responsibilities apply?
The applicant must have enough money for the stay. The official source does not state the required amount.
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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 visa normally lasts for the same duration as the supporting partner's work visa; the holder may work, with no job offer required. The official source does not state the application process or a path to longer-term status.
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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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