🇳🇿 New Zealand · Permanent residence
Resident Visa to Permanent Resident Visa
A New Zealand Resident Visa allows indefinite residence but its travel conditions have an expiry. After normally holding residence for at least two years and meeting the original visa conditions, the holder may use one of the five commitment methods to obtain a Permanent Resident Visa with indefinite travel rights.
Timing
Check the official residence-period rule.
Government fee note
Check the official fee schedule.
Eligibility requirements
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Application and documents
Check the official application processing guidance.
Official sources and verification record
Last verified：2026-08-07