WR7.20 Visas for partners and dependent children

1. Eligible partners of South Island Contribution work visa holders may be granted an open work visa, valid for the same length of time as the principal applicant (see WF3.1).
2. Dependent children may be granted student, visitor or work visas, according to the needs of that applicant, valid for the same length of time as the principal applicant, if they:
   1. meet the definition of a dependent child set out at E4.1.10; and
   2. meet residence health and character requirements; and
   3. meet the requirements of:
      • U8.20 (if applying for a student visa); or
      • V3.10 (if applying for a visitor visa); or
      • WR7.20.1 (if applying for a work visa).

WR7.20.1 Work visas for dependent children

Dependent children of South Island Contribution work visa holders may be granted work visas allowing work in the South Island for any employer if they meet WR7.20(b)(i) and (ii), and:

1. are aged under 20 years old; and
2. have completed compulsory schooling; and
3. are currently dependent (see E4.1.10).

   Note:
   - Compulsory schooling means schooling up to age 16.
   - Children assessed as dependent and granted a work visa under these instructions will continue to be considered dependent if a subsequent application is made under the South Island Contribution residence from work instructions.

Effective 22/05/2017