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Parent Retirement Resident Visa

This is a New Zealand visa processed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ).

Verified from Immigration New Zealand on 2026-04-20

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Processing Time (p50–p80)

28.5 months to 40.6 months

Updated 2026-04-20 · Source: Immigration New Zealand

The current processing time for Parent Retirement Resident Visa is 28.5 months to 40.6 months. This data was last updated on 2026-04-20 from Immigration New Zealand.

About This Visa

Apply for this visa if you want to live in New Zealand permanently and you have an adult child who is a New Zealand citizen or resident. You must meet our income and investment requirements.

Percentile Breakdown

50th percentile (median)22 months
80th percentile31 months

Times shown in working days. Calendar time may be longer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Parent Retirement Resident Visa take?

Current processing time for Parent Retirement Resident Visa is 28.5 months to 40.6 months, based on the latest data from Immigration New Zealand.

When was Parent Retirement Resident Visa processing time data last updated?

The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Immigration New Zealand.

What factors affect Parent Retirement Resident Visa processing time?

Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.

Source: Source: WaitVisa.com — Immigration New Zealand, updated 2026-04-20