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Partner of a Worker Work 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 current passport
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 applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
The 'When you apply' list opens with a copy of your passport or certificate of identity.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  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 applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
2. 2.
  Scan of the passport information page (PDF, under 10MB)
  You must upload a high-quality a scan of the information page of your passport or travel document. Your scan must be in PDF format and less than 10MB in size.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Providing your passport for an online application › What to providehttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/applying-online/providing-your-passport-for-an-online-application/
  Wording as published, including the typographical slip in the first sentence.
3. 3.
  Scans of other passport pages showing visa records and entry and exit stamps
  You may also be asked to provide a scanned copy of other pages of your passport. For example all pages with visa records, and entry and exit stamps.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Providing your passport for an online application › What to providehttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/applying-online/providing-your-passport-for-an-online-application/
Passport-style photo of the applicant
When you apply, you will need to provide: 1 acceptable photo if you apply online, or 2 photos if you apply on paper.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Photo that meets Immigration New Zealand's photo standards
  The photo you give us for your visa application or NZeTA request must: clearly identify you.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Acceptable photos for a visa or NZeTA › 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/
2. 2.
  Printed photo 35 mm wide and 45 mm high for a paper application
  The photo you submit with a paper application must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm high.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Acceptable photos for a visa or NZeTA › Photo standards › Photos for paper-based visa applicationshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/applying-online/uploading-documents-and-photos/visa-and-nzeta-photos/
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 applying on paperhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e7159
Documents showing your relationship with your partner
When you apply, you will need to provide: documents to show your relationship with your partner.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
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.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
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 partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
3. 3.
  Evidence that you share finances and other responsibilities
  Your evidence should show: that you share finances and other responsibilities.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
4. 4.
  Evidence that you spend time together
  Your evidence should show: that 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 partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
5. 5.
  Evidence that other people recognise your relationship
  Your evidence should show: that other people recognise your relationship.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
6. 6.
  Evidence that your parent or guardian supports your partnership
  Your evidence should show: that your parent or guardian supports your partnership, if you are 16 or 17.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
7. 7.
  Anything else you think shows you are living together in a genuine and stable relationship
  Your evidence should show: anything else you think shows you and your partner are living together in a genuine and stable relationship.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Relationship with your supporting partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5822
8. 8.
  Evidence that you are living together
  Living together means sharing the same home as your partner.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Partnership and how to prove it › 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/
  Such as: Joint ownership of, or home loan for, residential property, Joint rental agreement or rental receipts, Joint utility accounts, such as power or phone bills, Mail addressed to you at your shared address, Information about time you and your partner spent living apart.
9. 9.
  Evidence that your relationship is genuine and stable
  Evidence of having a genuine and stable relationship needs to show that: others recognise your relationship.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Partnership and how to prove it › 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 account statements, Evidence of joint ownership of assets, Joint credit cards or hire purchase agreements, Records of 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.
Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry Applications (INZ 1146), completed by your partner
When you apply, you will need to provide: a copy of the completed 'Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry Applications (INZ 1146)', completed by your partner.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz-1146-form-for-partners_april-2016_fa_web.pdf
The text of the PDF could not be extracted by the fetch tool, so the quotes come from the visa page that requires the form.
Proof of your supporting partner's identity
Collect information to show your relationship with your partner and proof of their identity.
View Immigration New Zealand source› How to apply online › Step 1: Gather your documents › Organise proof of your relationship with your partnerhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5828
Police certificates for your supporting partner
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› Police certificates › 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/
Evidence that your supporting partner is of good character
We may ask your partner to provide police certificates as proof of their good character.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Eligible supporting partner › Your supporting partner's characterhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
Police certificates for the applicant
You may need to provide police certificates as proof of your good character.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Characterhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Police certificates from your countries of citizenship and long residence
  Police certificates must be from: countries you are a citizen of, and countries you have spent more than 5 years in since you turned 17.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Characterhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
2. 2.
  Police certificate less than 6 months old at the time you apply
  If you are required to provide a police certificate, you must: make sure the police certificate is less than 6 months old when you submit your visa application.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Police certificates › About police certificateshttps://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/
3. 3.
  Police certificates requested while your application is processed
  After you apply, we may contact you and ask for: police certificates as proof of your good character.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › After you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e7160
Written explanation of a criminal record
You can provide an explanation of your criminal record when you apply, and we will decide if you meet our good character requirements.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Police certificates › About police certificates › Applying for a student or work visahttps://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/
Reasons for a character waiver or special direction
When you apply for a visa, you should provide: reasons why you would like a character waiver or special direction.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Character requirements for New Zealand visas › 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/
Evidence of a chest X-ray
When you apply, you will need to provide: evidence of a chest X-ray, if required.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Chest X-ray certificate or eMedical reference number
  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› Who needs an X-ray or medical examination › 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/
Evidence of a medical examination
When you apply, you will need to provide: evidence of a medical examination, if required.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Medical certificate from the clinic
  To complete your application, you will need to provide the: medical certificate, chest X-ray certificate, or both if the clinic gave these to you.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› How to apply online › Step 1: Gather your documents › Book medical appointments, if requiredhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5828
Medical examination or chest X-ray evidence requested while your application is processed
After you apply, we may contact you and ask for: evidence of a medical examination or chest X-ray.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › After you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e7160
Proof you have enough money to live on
After you apply, we may contact you and ask for: proof you have enough money to live on for your stay in New Zealand.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › After you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e7160
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Bank statements or credit card statements
  Evidence can include: bank statements or credit card statements.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Have enough money to live on › If you are paying for yourselfhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
2. 2.
  Bank drafts or traveller's cheques
  Evidence can include: bank drafts or traveller's cheques.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Have enough money to live on › If you are paying for yourselfhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
3. 3.
  Proof of funds when you arrive in New Zealand
  When you arrive, you may be asked for proof you have enough money to live on for your stay in New Zealand.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you arrivehttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e7160
Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025), completed by your sponsor
When you apply, you will need to provide: a copy of the completed 'Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry', if you have a sponsor.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/Sponsorship-Form-for-Temporary-Entry-INZ-1025.pdf
The text of the PDF could not be extracted by the fetch tool, so the quotes come from the pages that require the form.
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Your sponsor's recent bank statements
  Your sponsor can provide supporting documents including: recent bank statements.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › If you have a sponsorhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
2. 2.
  Your sponsor's pay slips
  Your sponsor can provide supporting documents including: pay slips.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › If you have a sponsorhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
3. 3.
  Your sponsor's employment agreement
  Your sponsor can provide supporting documents including: their employment agreement.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › If you have a sponsorhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
4. 4.
  Ownership papers for your accommodation or receipts for rent payments
  Your sponsor can provide supporting documents including: ownership papers for your accommodation or receipts for rent payments.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › If you have a sponsorhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
Your sponsor's or supporting partner's sharing ID
For most online applications, you will be asked to enter your sponsor's: sharing ID.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Sponsorship process for a visa › Online processhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/process-to-apply/applying-for-a-visa/sponsoring-someone-on-a-visa/sponsorship-process-for-a-visa/
Evidence that you intend to leave New Zealand at the end of your stay
When you arrive in New Zealand, you may be required to show that you intend to leave the country at the end of your stay.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Leaving New Zealandhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Ticket for travel out of New Zealand
  Every time you travel here, you must have a ticket to leave New Zealand or proof you have enough money to buy one — unless your visa states 'Return/onward travel not required'.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› While you are in New Zealand › Travelhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5831
2. 2.
  Documents showing you have enough money to buy a ticket out of New Zealand
  If you are paying for yourself, you can provide: documents, such as bank or credit card statements, that show you have enough money to buy a ticket.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Leaving New Zealandhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
3. 3.
  Your sponsor's bank statements showing they can buy you a ticket out of New Zealand
  If you are sponsored and you do not have a return ticket, your sponsor can provide recent bank statements to show they have enough money to buy you a ticket out of New Zealand.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Who can apply › Leaving New Zealandhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5826
New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD)
As part of New Zealand’s entry requirements, everyone must complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD). This form collects information about your travel, including customs, immigration, and biosecurity details.
View Immigration New Zealand source› When you arrive › Entry requirementshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e7110
Completed for travel to New Zealand rather than lodged with the visa application.
Translated versions of your police and medical certificates
When you apply, you will need to provide: translated versions of your police and medical certificates if they are not in English.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you applyhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5827
Immigration New Zealand lists the following examples
1. 1.
  Certified English translations of medical and police certificates
  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› Providing English translations of supporting documents › 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/
2. 2.
  Original foreign-language documents alongside their translations
  When you apply for your visa, the supporting documents that you provide us are the: original document in a foreign language, and the English translation of the document.
  View Immigration New Zealand source› Providing English translations of supporting documents › Our requirements for translated documents › Submitting your original foreign language documentshttps://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/
Scanned copies of your original documents
For your application you must provide: scanned copies of the original documents.
View Immigration New Zealand source› How to apply online › Step 1: Gather your documents › Get documents translatedhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/partner-of-a-worker-work-visa/#e5828
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
The text of the PDF could not be extracted by the fetch tool, so the quote comes from the visa page step that requires the form.
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 Macao applying on paperhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz1027.pdf
The text of the PDF could not be extracted by the fetch tool, so the quote comes from the visa page that requires the form.
Supplementary Form for Hong Kong and Macau visitors, workers and students (INZ 1220)
If you are applying within China, Hong Kong or Macau, you must also provide a completed supplementary form if you are applying with: a passport from Hong Kong.
View Immigration New Zealand source› Documents you need › When you apply › Applicants from Hong Kong or Macao applying within China, Hong Kong or Macao and applying on paperhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/inz1220.pdf
The text of the PDF could not be extracted by the fetch tool, so the quote comes from the visa page that requires the form.
Partnership-Based Temporary Visa Guide (INZ 1199)
Our guide to applying can also help you.
View Immigration New Zealand source› How to apply online › Step 1: Gather your documentshttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/assets/inz/documents/forms-and-guides/Partnership-Based-Temporary-Visa-Guide-INZ-1199PDF-453KB.pdf
A guide rather than a document to lodge; the text of the PDF could not be extracted by the fetch tool.

Other official guidance for this visa

Translation
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
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 are required to provide a police certificate, you must: make sure the police certificate is less than 6 months old when you submit your visa application.
View Immigration New Zealand source
Health
Results of a chest X-ray or medical examination must be less than 3 months old when we receive them.
View Immigration New Zealand source
Forms
When you apply, you will need to provide: a copy of the completed 'Form for Partners Supporting Partnership-Based Temporary Entry Applications (INZ 1146)', completed by your partner.
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-work-visa/ · Last reviewed 2026-08-19.

Partner of a Worker Work Visa reference checklist

Documents Immigration New Zealand lists

Other official guidance for this visa

Translation

Certification

Police certificates

Health

Forms