I2.5 Grant of a 2021 Interim Visa (01/03/2022)

1. A 2021 interim visa may be granted to a person who:
   1. holds a temporary visa; and
   2. has applied for the 2021 Resident visa; and
   3. has not applied for a further temporary visa (at the time the 2021 interim visa is granted); and
   4. is in New Zealand.
2. A 2021 interim visa cannot be applied for.
3. A 2021 interim visa may be granted by electronic means.

Note: Interim and limited visas are not temporary visas and do not meet the requirements of I2.5(a)(i).

I2.5.1 Grant of a 2021 interim visa a matter of absolute discretion

1. No person is entitled to a 2021 interim visa as a matter of right.
2. Whether or not to grant a 2021 interim visa to any person is a matter for the absolute discretion of the Minister of Immigration or the relevant immigration officer.
3. There is no right of appeal against a decision not to grant a 2021 interim visa.

Effective 01/03/2022