X4.1 Summary (04/07/2005)

1. The general policy provides for returning residents' visas of differing periods of currency:
   • first RRV for all applicants except those who applied under the Investor Category on or after 4 July 2005 (2 years)
   • first RRV for applicants who applied under the Investor Category on or after 4 July 2005 (five years)
   • second and subsequent RRV (indefinite)
   • second and subsequent RRV (12 months)
   • second and subsequent RRV (14 days).
2. Principal applicants can obtain a second and subsequent RRV of indefinite currency by demonstrating a commitment to New Zealand by any one of five means (see X4.25).
3. Principal applicantsnot able to obtain an RRV of indefinite currency may obtain an RRV of 12-month currency by any one of two means to give them further opportunity to demonstrate a commitment to New Zealand (see X4.30).
4. A 14-day RRV must be issued to all applicants holding a current residence permit who are not eligible for an RRV of longer currency (see X4.35).

   Note: With the exception of a 14-day RRV, eligibility for a second and subsequent RRV is generally dependent on the circumstances of the principal applicant at the point in time the application for the RRV is made.

Effective 04/07/2005