NZ Citizen Family Relationship Visa
This visa is for a person who is not a New Zealand citizen but is a member of a family unit of a New Zealand citizen. It lets you live and work in Australia for five years.
With this visa you can live, work and study in Australia for 5 years, and travel to and from Australia as many times as you want during this period.
You must not be a New Zealand citizen at the time of application, and meet other specific eligibility criteria.
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About this visa
New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa (Subclass 461) visa is designed for family members of NZ citizens who are not considered ‘eligible’ for sponsorship under other family migration visas.
A Subclass 461 visa allows the non-New Zealand citizen family member of an SCV-holding NZ citizen to live and work in Australia for up to five years, with renewals available. A partner (spouse or de facto) or a dependent child or stepchild can apply for this visa.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions about NZ Citizen Family Relationship visa and the application process.
You can’t stay in Australia after your visa ceases unless you are the holder of another visa. You can apply for a further Subclass 461 visa if you meet the eligibility requirements.
Reviewed by Ilya (Eli) Bekker, Principal Migration Agent (MARN 1465541)
General information only. This page is not personal immigration advice, and reading it does not create a client relationship. Immigration law, fees and processing times change, so confirm the current position with a registered migration agent before acting.
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