New Zealand · Family Visas

Parent Retirement Resident Visa

A dedicated permanent residence pathway for parents of adult New Zealand citizens or residents who invest NZD $1 million in New Zealand over 4 years.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

High-net-worth parents seeking fast-track residence without entering the ballot.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Adult child is a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
  • Invest NZD $1,000,000 in acceptable investments in New Zealand for 4 years
  • Demonstrate additional NZD $500,000 settlement funds plus annual income of NZD $60,000+
  • No upper age limit and no English language test required
Process

How the process works

  1. Apply directly without an EOI
  2. Transfer investment funds via banking system within 12 months
  3. Hold investments for 4 years, then receive Permanent Resident Visa
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Proof of relationship, source-of-funds verification, investment transfer records
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Not subject to the Parent ballot; direct, un-capped processing.

Official source: Immigration New Zealand — Parent Retirement. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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