Parent Category changes summary
- Policy re-open in February 2020 with new requirements
- 1000 people each year
- Further details available in November 2019
New policy requirements
- Sponsor income is the only means of qualifying. Settlement funds and guaranteed lifetime income removed
- Sponsor income requirements increased and pegged to New Zealand median income
- Sponsor must show they meet income criteria for 2 out of 3 years before the parent applies. Evidence through tax returns
- Tier 2 removed
- Sponsorship period aligned with New Zealand superannuation residency eligibility
上記のように２０２０年２月からParent Categoryが再開されます。年間1000人という少なさに加え、スポンサーの年間の収入がかなり引き上げられました。また、収入はビザ申請前の３年間を遡り、２年以上はその基準を上回る必要があります。
New financial requirements
The new financial requirements for the Parent Resident Visa can only be met through the income of the sponsor and their partner.
Here is a comparison of the previous and the new financial requirements, based on a median salary of NZD $53,040.
Expected income levels for 2020
If your sponsorship is based on your personal income, you will need to earn before tax:
- NZD $106,080 to sponsor 1 parent
- NZD $159,120 to sponsor 2 parents.
If you are using both you and your partner’s income, you will need to earn between you:
- NZD $159,120 to sponsor 1 parent
- NZD $212,160 to sponsor 2 parents.
