Want to spend more time with your children or grandchildren in New Zealand? TheParent Boost Visa allows parents to enjoy longer, more flexible stays with family.
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Sponsorship: You must be sponsored by a child who is a New Zealand citizen or resident
Offshore application: You must live outside New Zealand at the time of application
Insurance: You should have medical or travel insurance to pay for any health care or medical assistance while you are in New Zealand
Sufficient Funds: You should have enough money to cover your living costs while you are in New Zealand, or have a sponsor who earns enough to support you
Health & Character: You must be of good character and in good health.
Meet the other requirements of this visa
The Parent Boost Visa offers a five-year multiple-entry option for parents to visit their children in New Zealand. It can be extended for another five years, potentially allowing parents to stay in the country for up to 10 years.
Visit children and grandchildren in New Zealand for up to 5 years
Travel in and out of New Zealand multiple times during the visa period
Include your partner in the same application if eligibility requirements are met
Spend extended time with family while enjoying New Zealand’s culture and lifestyle
Stay in New Zealand for up to 5 years, leaving once during the third year for a health and insurance check
Maintain medical or travel insurance for the entire duration of the visa
Sponsorship from a New Zealand-based child is required to support the stay
Comply with all immigration and visa conditions
To cover healthcare and medical-assistance costs while in New Zealand, visa holders must have at least one year of:
• medical insurance,
• travel insurance, or
• both medical and travel insurance.
The Parent Boost Visa makes it easier for families to stay connected across borders. From sponsorship and insurance to financial and eligibility checks, our team provides expert guidance every step of the way, helping you reunite with family in New Zealand with clarity and confidence.
Disclaimer: Immigration requirements can change, and every case is different. This page offers a simplified summary only. Unite Immigration will assess your situation carefully and guide you with personalised advice.