Welcome Parents — Your Extended Stay in New Zealand Starts Here!
New Zealand’s newly introduced Parent Boost Visitor Visa is a game-changing opportunity for parents of New Zealand citizens and residents, effective 29 September 2025. Whether you’re longing for more quality time with your children or planning longer visits with your grandchildren, this visa allows you to stay in New Zealand for up to 10 years.
With multiple entry options, flexible sponsorship arrangements, and long-term validity, this visa is the perfect way to reconnect with family — without cutting visits short.
To be eligible for the Parent Boost Visitor Visa, you must:
You must demonstrate financial self-sufficiency in one of the following ways:
Note: Borrowed or gifted money cannot be used.
Health insurance is mandatory for the entire visa duration.
| Coverage Type | Minimum Amount (NZD) |
| Emergency Medical Care | $250,000 |
| Cancer Treatment | $100,000 |
| Repatriation | $250,000 |
| Return of Remains | $50,000 |
Failure to maintain insurance can lead to visa cancellation or ineligibility for future parent/resident visas.
Here’s how to apply:
Your sponsor must be:
Whether you’re unsure about eligibility, need help gathering documents, or just want expert guidance — we’re here to help. Contact our immigration specialists for a personalized consultation.
The Parent Boost Visitor Visa is a powerful option for families ready to reconnect across borders. If you’re thinking about bringing your parents to New Zealand for an extended stay, now is the time to contact Immigration Advisers New Zealand Ltd Let’s make family time last longer — the Kiwi way.
Yes, partners can apply too, and travel separately.
No. Funds must be genuinely yours — no exceptions.
Not directly. It’s a long-term temporary visa, not a residence class visa.
Unfortunately, no. One of the key eligibility rules is that you must not have any dependent children (under 18) when applying for this visa.
Breaching visa rules — like overstaying, working illegally, or failing to maintain insurance — could result in:
If your medical certificate is less than 12 months old and meets the health standards, yes — you can reuse it for the first visa. For the mid-visa check or second visa, a new certificate (under 3 months old) is required.
Immigration NZ hasn’t announced exact processing times yet, but you should expect a few months from application to approval. This includes time to submit your insurance proof after receiving the approval in principle.
Yes, absolutely. You and your partner can travel at different times and re-enter separately throughout the visa period.
No. You must leave New Zealand and apply from overseas again. The process is similar to the first application — new documents, insurance, and eligibility checks apply.
This is a mandatory condition. If you don’t leave the country and complete the mid-visa check, your visa could be cancelled.
No. This is a temporary visa only. If you're interested in permanent options, you’d need to explore the Parent Resident Visa pathway — a completely separate process with different criteria.
Once your visa is approved, changes in your sponsor’s income won’t affect your visa — as long as you maintain your own insurance and meet all visa conditions. However, income will be reassessed if applying for a second visa.
Yes, short-term study (less than 3 months) is allowed. Anything longer would require a separate student visa.
Immigration NZ is expected to provide reminders but it’s your responsibility to track your own dates and begin the process between year 3 and 4 of your stay.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay closer to family and experience the beauty of New Zealand with peace of mind.
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