No. If we have a New Zealander who has been living overseas, for example, and was married overseas, and lived together for a year or more overseas with their partner, the partner can apply for residence before they even enter New Zealand.
Manager, Immigration Policy, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment of New Zealand
No. If we have a New Zealander who has been living overseas, for example, and was married overseas, and lived together for a year or more overseas with their partner, the partner can apply for residence before they even enter New Zealand.
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