# Families of temporary visa holders in New Zealand, including partners, children, and dependents, will be able to apply for their visas via an enhanced Immigration Online.

*business · news · 2026-04-07 · The Financial Express*

## Key points

- From June 1, 2026, family visa applications must use the enhanced Immigration Online platform.
- The new system includes an Identity Document Reader that auto-fills application data from passport scans.
- Applications submitted before June 1, 2026, in the old system will still be processed normally.
- The old application form will be closed for these visas once they transition to the new platform.

**Countries:** New Zealand

[Read the full story on The Financial Express](https://www.financialexpress.com/business/investing-abroad-new-zealand-announces-major-visa-rule-change-for-families-of-temporary-visa-holders-4198151/)

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