INZ1025 - Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry
The INZ 1025 Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry is required when a New Zealand citizen, resident, organisation, or government agency agrees to sponsor an applicant for a visitor, work, or student visa.
By completing this form, the sponsor confirms they will provide financial support, accommodation, and cover the costs of return travel or deportation if needed. Sponsors may also opt to cover maternity care costs.
By completing this form, the sponsor confirms they will provide financial support, accommodation, and cover the costs of return travel or deportation if needed. Sponsors may also opt to cover maternity care costs.
- Please click the below to download a fill-able pdf form.
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Who can sponsor someone for a temporary visa?
A sponsor can be a New Zealand citizen or resident, a registered company, a charitable trust, an incorporated society, or a government agency
What is the sponsor responsible for?
The sponsor agrees to:
- Provide financial support for living costs.
- Ensure suitable accommodation.
- Cover return airfare if the applicant cannot.
- Pay deportation or maternity-related costs if applicable.
Is sponsorship mandatory for all temporary visas?
No, sponsorship is optional in many cases. It is required when an applicant does not have enough personal funds or is applying for certain visa categories (e.g., foreign fishing crew).
Can I sponsor multiple people with one form?
No, a separate INZ 1025 form is generally required for each applicant, except when sponsoring a group under the Foreign Crew of Fishing Vessels category.
How do I prove I can meet sponsorship obligations?
Sponsors must provide evidence of financial capacity, such as bank statements, wage slips, or a bank confirmation (Section F).
How long does sponsorship last?
The sponsorship commitment lasts for the entire period of the visa holder’s stay in New Zealand, including multiple entries for multi-entry visas.
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