E5.1 Definition of 'bona fide applicant'

A bona fide applicant for temporary entry is a person who:

1. genuinely intends a temporary stay in New Zealand for a lawful purpose; and
2. in the opinion of an immigration officer is not likely:
   1. to remain in New Zealand unlawfully; or
   2. to breach the conditions of any visa granted; or
   3. to be unable to leave or be deported from New Zealand (see E5.10).

Effective 29/11/2010