New Zealand Parent Boost Visitor Visa Opens 29 September 2025

Key Point 

• New Zealand launched the Parent Boost Visitor Visa, allowing eligible parents of citizens and residents up to 10 years of flexible, non-residential family visits 

New Zealand Introduces Long-Stay Visitor Visa for Parents  

New Zealand will launch the Parent Boost Visitor Visa on 29 September 2025, allowing eligible parents of citizens and residents to stay for up to five years, with the option to apply for a second five-year visa. The government designed the visa to support extended family visits rather than permanent residence and it allows multiple entries throughout its validity.

An adult child in New Zealand must sponsor the applicant, who must also meet health and character requirements and demonstrate financial self-sufficiency or rely on their sponsor’s income. Insurance coverage is mandatory, with minimum thresholds for medical care, cancer treatment, repatriation and return of remains. Immigration authorities conduct a mid-visa compliance check between years three and four to confirm continued eligibility.

This visa provides a meaningful way for families to stay connected while maintaining clear boundaries around temporary stay and immigration compliance. 

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