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Partner of a Worker Visitor Visa reference checklist

This reference checklist organises information published by Immigration New Zealand. It is for general reference, not immigration or legal advice. KinVisa is not the New Zealand Government, a law firm, a licensed immigration adviser or a New Zealand lawyer, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Immigration New Zealand. KinVisa does not determine or recommend what you should submit, or assess whether evidence is required, appropriate or sufficient for your application. Information and requirements can change. Check the linked Immigration New Zealand pages, which are correct where they differ from this checklist. For advice about your circumstances, speak to a licensed immigration adviser or another person legally permitted to provide immigration advice. Information last reviewed 2026-08-19.

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Documents Immigration New Zealand lists

Some of these may not be required for your application. These are the documents Immigration New Zealand names on its own pages for this visa. It is not a complete list of everything you may be asked for. KinVisa does not determine which items apply to you. The wording under each item comes from Immigration New Zealand, taken from the page linked with it.

Copy of your passport or certificate of identity
Your passport or certificate of identity must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave New Zealand.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply
The 'Documents you need' list asks for a copy of your passport or certificate of identity, and states that on a paper application a certified copy can be provided but the original can prevent delays.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Identity details entered as they appear on your passport
  When you apply, make sure you enter your identity details exactly as they appear on your passport or certificate of identity.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› How to apply online › Step 1: Gather your documents › Organise proof of identity, citizenship and age
Acceptable photo for a New Zealand visa
The photo you give us for your visa application or NZeTA request must: clearly identify you, not be altered, and meet our photo standards.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Meeting our photo standardshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/applying-online/uploading-documents-and-photos/visa-and-nzeta-photos/
The visa page's 'Documents you need' list asks for 1 acceptable photo if you apply online, or 2 photos if you apply on paper. The photo standards page states the photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.
Hukou (household registration book)
You may also provide your Hukou (household registration book) as an additional form of identity.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply › Citizens of China applying from China, Hong Kong or Macao
The visa page adds that copies of the Hukou should be provided for family members included in the application.
Identity card for Hong Kong or Macao applicants
You must also provide a copy of your identity card and copies of identity cards for family members included in your application.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply › Applicants from Hong Kong or Macao applying within China, Hong Kong or Macao
Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry Applications (INZ 1146)
Your partner must complete a Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry (INZ 1146).
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz-1146-form-for-partners_april-2016_fa_web.pdf
Quote taken from the visa page, which requires the form; the link is the form PDF itself. The 'Documents you need' list also asks for a copy of the completed form.
Partnership-Based Temporary Visa Application (INZ 1198)
Complete the application form and attach all your supporting documents.
View Immigration New Zealand source› How to apply on paper › Step 2: Complete the application formhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz1198.pdf
Quote taken from the visa page's paper application steps; the link is the form PDF itself. Online applicants complete the application in their Immigration Online account instead.
Additional Dependants for a Visitor Visa (INZ 1205)
When you apply you need to provide: a copy of the completed form Additional Dependants for a Visitor Visa, if required.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/Additional-Dependants-for-a-Visitor-Visa-INZ-1205.pdf
Quote taken from the visa page's document list; the link is the form PDF itself.
Supplementary Form for Chinese visitors, workers and students (INZ 1027)
You must also provide a completed supplementary form giving more details of your background and intentions.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply › Citizens of China applying from China, Hong Kong or Macaohttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz1027.pdf
Quote taken from the visa page; the link is the form PDF itself.
Supplementary Form for Hong Kong and Macau visitors, workers and students (INZ 1220)
If you are applying within China, Hong Kong or Macao, you must also provide a completed supplementary form if you are applying with a: passport from Hong Kong, Hong Kong document of identity, Hong Kong British National Overseas passport (HKBNO), passport from Macao.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply › Applicants from Hong Kong or Macao applying within China, Hong Kong or Macaohttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz1220.pdf
Quote taken from the visa page; the link is the form PDF itself.
Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025)
Your sponsor must complete a Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Enough money to live on › If you have a sponsorhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/Sponsorship-Form-for-Temporary-Entry-INZ-1025.pdf
Quote taken from the visa page; the link is the form PDF itself. The sponsorship process page states online applicants can instead give the sponsor's sharing ID so the sponsor completes an online sponsorship form.
Supporting partner's proof of identity
Your partner must provide proof of their identity.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Your supporting partner's identity
The visa page states this must be an original or certified copy of their passport or certificate of identity.
Supporting partner's police certificates
If your supporting partner has a work or study visa, we may ask your partner to provide police certificates, if you are applying for a temporary visa.
View Immigration New Zealand source› About police certificates › Partners supporting your applicationhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/character-requirements-third-party-checks-and-police-certificates/police-certificates/
The visa page also states that Immigration New Zealand may ask the supporting partner for police certificates as proof of their good character.
Documents showing your relationship with your partner
When you apply you need to provide: documents to show your relationship with your partner.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Evidence of how long you have been together
  Your evidence should show: how long you have been together in a relationship.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partner
2. 2.
  Evidence of how long you have been living together
  Your evidence should show: how long you have been living together.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partner
3. 3.
  Evidence that you share finances and other responsibilities
  Your evidence should show: you share finances and other responsibilities.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partner
4. 4.
  Evidence that you spend time together
  Your evidence should show: you spend time together, for example photos together, emails and social media conversations between you.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partner
5. 5.
  Evidence that other people recognise your relationship
  Your evidence should show: other people recognise your relationship.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partner
6. 6.
  Evidence you are living together
  Living together means sharing the same home as your partner.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Providing evidence of your partnership › Living togetherhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/once-you-have-a-visa/bringing-family-to-new-zealand/partnership-and-how-to-prove-it/
  The partnership page states that spending time in each other's homes, sharing holiday accommodation, or living as flatmates is not living together.
  Such as: Joint ownership of, or home loan for, residential property, Joint rental agreement or rental receipts, Joint utility accounts, Mail sent to your shared address.
7. 7.
  Evidence of a genuine and stable relationship
  Evidence of having a genuine and stable relationship needs to show that: others recognise your relationship, you make decisions and plans together, you spend leisure time together, you parent together, if you have children.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Providing evidence of your partnership › Having a genuine and stable relationshiphttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/once-you-have-a-visa/bringing-family-to-new-zealand/partnership-and-how-to-prove-it/
  Such as: Marriage or civil union certificate, Birth certificates for children you share, Joint bank accounts in frequent use, Joint ownership of assets, Joint credit cards or hire purchase agreements, Mutually agreed financial arrangements, Cards, letters or emails sent to you and your partner, Chat records and communication between you and your partner, Social media posts or photos of you together, Letters of support recognising your partnership.
Information about time you spent living apart
If you and your partner have spent time living apart, you should provide information about your separation, including: the reasons you were living apart, how long you were living apart, how you kept in touch while you were not living together.
View Immigration New Zealand source› How we assess partnership › If you have not always lived togetherhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/once-you-have-a-visa/bringing-family-to-new-zealand/partnership-and-how-to-prove-it/
Evidence you are in good health
To show us that you have an acceptable standard of health, you may need to have a medical examination, chest X-ray or both. If you do, you will need to include a medical certificate or an eMedical reference number in your application.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Proving you are in good healthhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/health-requirements/who-needs-an-x-ray-or-medical-examination/
The visa page states that evidence of a chest X-ray or medical examination must be less than 3 months old when Immigration New Zealand receives it, and that these may be requested while the application is processed.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Chest X-ray certificate
  If you will be staying in New Zealand between 6 and 12 months, you must have a chest X-ray if: you are a citizen of a country that does not have a low incidence of tuberculosis (TB), or you have spent more than 3 months in the past 5 years in a country that does not have a low incidence of TB, or since you last had an X-ray, you have spent more than 6 months in a row in a country that does not have a low incidence of TB.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who needs a chest X-ray › If you will be staying between 6 and 12 monthshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/health-requirements/who-needs-an-x-ray-or-medical-examination/
  The thresholds on the visa page and on this page differ; both are recorded in conflicts_requiring_review. The X-ray page states children under 11 and pregnant women do not need a chest X-ray unless a special report is needed.
2. 2.
  Medical certificate from a medical examination
  You must have a medical examination if you will stay in New Zealand for more than 12 months.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who needs a medical examination › If you will be staying for more than 12 monthshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/health-requirements/who-needs-an-x-ray-or-medical-examination/
  The health pages state a medical certificate or an eMedical reference number is included in the application when an examination is done.
Police certificates
If you plan to stay in New Zealand for 24 months or longer, you must provide a police certificate with your visa application.
View Immigration New Zealand source› About police certificates › Staying in New Zealand for 24 months or longerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/character-requirements-third-party-checks-and-police-certificates/police-certificates/
The police certificates page states a certificate must be less than 6 months old when the application is submitted, and that a receipt showing you have applied is not accepted. The visa page states certificates are not needed if they were provided with an earlier application and issued in the last 24 months.
Certified English translation of a police certificate
You must provide us with certified English translations of all medical and police certificates. This includes police certificates that record no convictions.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Check the visa application requirements › All other visa applicationshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/providing-english-translations-of-supporting-documents/
The visa page's document list also asks for translated versions of documents that are not in English.
Written explanation of a character issue
When you apply for a visa, you should provide: a full explanation of any character issues, and reasons why you would like a character waiver or special direction.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Explaining a character issue when you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/character-requirements-third-party-checks-and-police-certificates/character-requirements-for-new-zealand-visas/
The police certificates page states that an explanation of a criminal record can be provided with the application.
Proof you have enough money to live on
You must have enough money to live on while you are in New Zealand or have an acceptable sponsor.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Enough money to live on
The 'Gather your documents' step asks for recent bank or credit card statements and proof of any accommodation paid for in advance. The visa page also states you may be asked for proof of funds when you arrive.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Proof of accommodation paid for in advance
  Evidence can include: proof of accommodation pre-payment, like hotel pre-paid vouchers or receipts.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Enough money to live on › If you are paying for yourself
2. 2.
  Bank statements or credit card statements
  Evidence can include: bank statements or credit card statements.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Enough money to live on › If you are paying for yourself
3. 3.
  Bank drafts or traveller's cheques
  Evidence can include: bank drafts or traveller's cheques.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Enough money to live on › If you are paying for yourself
Sponsor's supporting documents
Your sponsor can provide supporting documents including: recent bank statements, pay slips, their employment agreement, ownership papers for your accommodation or receipts for rent payments.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Enough money to live on › If you have a sponsor
The visa page states a sponsor can be an organisation or an individual, and that a sponsored applicant without a return ticket can have the sponsor provide recent bank statements showing they can buy one.
Proof you can leave New Zealand at the end of your stay
When you arrive, you will need to have: a ticket to leave New Zealand at the end of your stay, proof you have enough money to buy one, or agreement that a sponsor will pay for one.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you arrive
The 'Gather your documents' step describes this as a plane ticket, proof you have the money to buy one, or agreement that your sponsor will pay for travel out of New Zealand. The visa page states money for a ticket must be in addition to money to live on.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Evidence of your plans to leave New Zealand
  You may also need to show that you have plans to leave New Zealand at the end of your stay. This evidence could include: a ticket for travel out of New Zealand to a country you have the right to enter, documents such as bank statements that show you, or your sponsor, have enough money to buy a ticket.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your travel planshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
Evidence of your relationship with your dependent children
To bring your dependent children: you must provide evidence of your relationship with them, like birth certificates or adoption papers.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Dependent children
Evidence of your dependent children's identity
To bring your dependent children: you must provide evidence of their identity.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Dependent children
Acceptable photos for dependent children included in your application
When you apply you need to provide: documents to show your relationship with your dependent children, proof of their identity and acceptable photos, if you are including them.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply
Evidence your children have the right to leave their country of residence
We may ask for evidence your children have the right to leave their country of residence, for example custody or guardianship papers.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Dependent children
Signed statement from the other parent, or sole custody documents
You must provide documents such as: a signed statement from the other parent showing they agree the child can stay in New Zealand for the time you plan to be here — this must be witnessed in accordance with local practice or law, or legal documents showing you have sole custody of the child and the other parent has no visitation rights.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Bringing children under 16 without the other parent › Documents to providehttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/once-you-have-a-visa/bringing-family-to-new-zealand/bringing-children/
Evidence of an adoption
If your children are adopted, they must provide evidence of the adoption with their application.
View Immigration New Zealand source› How we define and recognise adoptionshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/once-you-have-a-visa/bringing-family-to-new-zealand/bringing-children/
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Copy of the adoption papers
  Examples of evidence include: a copy of the adoption papers.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› How we define and recognise adoptionshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/once-you-have-a-visa/bringing-family-to-new-zealand/bringing-children/
English translations of documents that are not in English
You must include full English translations of all documents provided in your visitor visa application that are not written in English.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Check the visa application requirements › Visitor visa applicationshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/providing-english-translations-of-supporting-documents/
The translations page states that translations for visitor visa applications, other than for medical and police certificates, do not need to be certified, and that translations cannot be done by you, a family member, or the immigration adviser who helped with your application.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Translator's details supplied with the translation
  You must include the following information with your visa application, about the person who translated your documents for you: their full name, their address, their phone number, and information about their qualifications and experience that show they can understand both English and the translated language.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Our requirements for translated documents › Who can complete translations for visitor visashttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/providing-english-translations-of-supporting-documents/
Evidence of your genuine intentions
You may be asked to provide evidence of your genuine intentions: when you apply for a visa, when we process your visa application, before you board your flight or cruise, when you arrive in New Zealand.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentionshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Copies of your current and recent passports
  To show your travel history, you could show a copy of your current and recent passports, including: the photo page, and all pages with visa records, and entry and exit stamps.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your travel historyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
2. 2.
  Copy of the visa allowing you to live in your country of residence
  If you live in a country that is not your country of citizenship, provide a copy of the visa allowing you to live in that country.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your travel historyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
3. 3.
  Letter about a visa application declined by another country
  If you have ever had a visa application declined by any other country, provide: a copy of the letter from that country's immigration authority declining your application, or a letter explaining why your application was not successful, if the original letter is not available.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your travel historyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
4. 4.
  Copies of your travel and accommodation bookings
  Evidence of your travel plans while in New Zealand could include copies of: hotel and accommodation bookings, attraction bookings, transportation bookings.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your travel planshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
5. 5.
  Letter from your employer approving leave
  Depending on your situation, you may need to provide: a letter from your employer approving your leave and confirming you will return to work, and financial evidence of your employment.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your home country circumstanceshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
6. 6.
  Evidence of your relationships with close relatives in your home country
  Depending on your situation, you may need to provide: evidence of your relationships with close relatives in your home country.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your home country circumstanceshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
7. 7.
  Evidence of assets you own in your home country
  Depending on your situation, you may need to provide: evidence of assets you own in your home country — such as your home or a business.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your home country circumstanceshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/
8. 8.
  Retirement certificate or evidence you receive a pension
  Depending on your situation, you may need to provide: a retirement certificate or evidence you receive a pension.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Evidence to show you have genuine intentions › Evidence of your home country circumstanceshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application/genuine-intentions-to-visit-or-work-in-new-zealand/

Other official guidance for this visa

Translation
You must include full English translations of all documents provided in your visitor visa application that are not written in English.
View Immigration New Zealand source
Certification
If you apply online, we accept scanned images — so you do not need to send us originals or certified copies.
View Immigration New Zealand source
Police certificates
If you plan to stay in New Zealand for 24 months or longer, you must provide a police certificate with your visa application.
View Immigration New Zealand source
Health
To show us that you have an acceptable standard of health, you may need to have a medical examination, chest X-ray or both. If you do, you will need to include a medical certificate or an eMedical reference number in your application.
View Immigration New Zealand source
Forms
Your partner must complete a Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry (INZ 1146).
View Immigration New Zealand source

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Reference checklist only — not official, legal or immigration advice. KinVisa does not determine what to submit or assess evidence. Check the current official source. Source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-visitor-visa/ · Last reviewed 2026-08-19.

Partner of a Worker Visitor Visa reference checklist

Documents Immigration New Zealand lists

Other official guidance for this visa

Translation

Certification

Police certificates

Health

Forms