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New Zealand Updates Standard Health Requirements for Visa Holders

Key Points 

  • New Zealand reinforces its Acceptable Standard of Health requirement for visa applicants, emphasizing public health and resource impact assessments 

New Zealand Health Screen Criteria for Visas 

New Zealand will continue to require visa applicants, both temporary and residence, to meet its Acceptable Standard of Health criteria, which may involve a medical assessment.  

Immigration New Zealand evaluates whether an applicant poses a risk to public health, may place significant demand on the country’s healthcare system, qualifies for Ongoing Resourcing Scheme (ORS) funding, or may be unable to fulfill the purpose of their visa due to health limitations. These assessments help determine visa eligibility and may result in medical waivers or application denials depending on individual circumstances.

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