FAMILY VISAS
New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 461)
This visa allows a non-New Zealand family member of a New Zealand citizen to live and work in Australia temporarily.
The New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) (subclass 461) visa allows non‑New Zealand citizens or eligible family members of a New Zealand citizen to reside in Australia on a Special Category visa (subclass 444). This temporary visa allows applicants to stay in the country for up to 5 years.
Our experienced MARA agents can guide you throughout the application process for the subclass 461 visa. Contact our experts to know more about eligibility and the path forward.
Highlights
- Live, work and study in Australia temporarily.
- Travel to and from Australia while the visa is valid.
Key Eligibility Requirements
- Partner must be a New Zealand citizen.
- Eligible relationship: their / their partner’s child, dependent child, or step‑child.
- Medical examinations within 12 months of visa application.
- Police certificates covering any 12+ month stays in all countries over the past 10 years.
- Meet character and health requirements set by the Australian Government.
