The NZ government has announced changes to the immigration health requirements for dependent children of temporary visa holders.

Dependent children of work, student or military visa holders are no longer eligible for student and visitor visas if they have a severe cognitive or developmental disability that requires significant support.

These changes align the health requirements for temporary entry visas for dependent children with those in place for resident class visas.

It also provides clarity upfront for families who might be excluded from gaining residence because their child has high learning needs.

There are a range of conditions for Temporary and Residence class visas that are problematic in this regard.

These are detailed in the link below:

Acceptable standard of health criteria for visa approvals | Immigration New Zealand

In essence, if the costs associated with health service provision are likely to be more than NZ$81,000, a visa application may be declined. 

If you need support or advice in this regard please don’t hesitate to contact me for obligation free consultation.

Steve Baker
General Manager
Licensed Immigration Advisor 201801044
P: 03 353 0680
M: 027 212 5483