V2.1 Visitor policy requirements (26/07/1999)

Immigration Act 1987 s 24(2)
Immigration Regulations 1999 sch 1

To be issued with a visitor's visa or granted a visitor's permit, applicants must:

1. meet the requirements under Generic Temporary Entry policy for:
   1. lodging an application for a temporary entry visa or permit as set out at E4, and
   2. bona fide applicants as set out at E5, and
   3. health and character as set out at E6; and
2. meet the funds or sponsorship requirements (see V2.20); and
3. meet the onward travel requirements, if relevant (see V2.25).

V2.1.1 Definition of 'lawful purpose' for visitors

Immigration Act 1987 s 24

For the purposes of applying the 'lawful purpose' test in the provision relating to bona fide applicants (see E5.1), visitors are considered to be coming to New Zealand for a lawful purpose if:

1. they are coming for the purposes of:
   • holidaying
   • sightseeing
   • family and social visits
   • amateur sport
   • business consultation
   • medical treatment; and
2. they are not intending to undertake employment (see W2.1.1) or a course of study or training, other than a single course of study or training that lasts no more than 3 calendar months.

   Note: Entry for the purpose of marriage is also regarded as a 'lawful purpose'.

Effective 26/07/1999