Archived update: Applications for family members of temporary visa holders transitioned to enhanced Immigration Online on 1 June 2026 [1]. This is a dated record of a past INZ update. Confirm the current position before making plans.
Immigration New Zealand transitioned 12 specific student, work, and visitor visa categories for family members of temporary visa holders into the enhanced online portal. This migration introduced dynamic application forms and automated passport reading.
What this means in practice
The digital migration consolidated legacy online application forms into a unified platform. New submissions across dependent child student visas, partner work visas, and partner or child visitor visas were automatically directed to the updated portal from 1 June 2026. Legacy online forms have been fully phased out in favour of the central digital system.
Who should check this
This archived notice is relevant for applicants, sponsors, and immigration advisers reviewing historical milestones or verifying past application channels for temporary family visa categories.
Practical checklist
- Verify submission channels if referencing historical filings or draft statuses prior to the 1 June 2026 cutover.
- Ensure active family visa applications utilize the enhanced Immigration Online portal.
- Consult the official INZ portal for current temporary family visa application requirements.
Important limits or current position
This article records a completed administrative transition. The portal migration did not alter underlying visa eligibility criteria, statutory approval thresholds, or official processing timeframes.
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This article is general information, not individual immigration advice.
Source note: Based on an official Immigration New Zealand announcement published 31 March 2026 [1]. Article status: Archived update.
[1] Immigration New Zealand. (2026, March 31). Family of temporary visa holder applications moving to enhanced Immigration Online. Open source on immigration.govt.nz ↗