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20.08.2025

Parents, pack your bags: New Zealand is opening up its doors for long-term visitors

New Zealand has announced the launch of the new Parent Boost Visitor Visa program, with applications starting September 29. It will allow parents of citizens and residents of the country to be close to their families for up to five years, with the possibility of extending for another five years. However, the authorities emphasize: the visa is temporary and is not a path to permanent residency.

To apply, a number of conditions must be met:

apply only outside of New Zealand;
undergo a medical examination and confirm a good reputation;
have a sponsor - an adult child who is a resident or citizen of the country;
provide proof of financial stability or sponsor's income;
arrange medical insurance covering emergency care, cancer treatment, repatriation, and return of remains;
confirm readiness to leave the country after the visa expires.

Parents must enter New Zealand within six months after approval. The validity of the visa is calculated from the time of the first arrival, with multiple entries and exits allowed. After three years, continuous insurance coverage must be confirmed. If all rules are followed, an application for a subsequent five-year visa can be made, ultimately allowing up to ten years in the country.

The new program is seen as a step towards strengthening family ties, but it also maintains a balance between the interests of families and the protection of the national health system.