Permanent residence and citizenship
Permanent residence is usually the next step after residence. You can live and work in New Zealand indefinitely, and come and go as you like.
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- Permanent residence and citizenship
- Becoming a permanent resident
- Your commitment to New Zealand — permanent residence
- Exceptions for non-principal applicants
- Christchurch Response (2019) — permanent resident visa
Becoming a permanent resident
Find out the difference between a Resident and Permanent Resident Visa, who can apply, and what happens if you need to travel on a Resident Visa.
Your commitment to New Zealand — permanent residence
When you apply for permanent residence, you must show us you are committed to living in New Zealand permanently. Find out what evidence to provide.
Exceptions for non-principal applicants
If you were included in someone else's residence application you may be able to get a Permanent Resident Visa, a Second or Subsequent Resident Visa or extend your travel conditions before the principal applicant.
Christchurch Response (2019) — permanent resident visa
Between April 2019 and April 2021 people present during the terrorist attacks in Christchurch and their immediate families could apply for a special permanent resident visa. Applications closed in April 2021.
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