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.