About this Visa

The purpose of this visa is to allow non-New Zealand citizens to travel to and live in Australia with a New Zealand citizen family member who is a Special Category visa holder.

The Special Category (subclass 444) visa is a temporary visa automatically granted to New Zealand citizens who arrive in Australia who do not hold a permanent visa.

Who is this visa for?

This visa is for family members of Special Category visa holders who are not eligible for a Special Category visa because they are not New Zealand citizens.

How much does this visa cost?

You must pay a non-refundable visa application charge when you lodge your application.
See: Other Family Visa Charges

What does this visa let me do?

This visa allows you to live and work in Australia for a period of up to five (5) years.