This update has been superseded. Read the newer one: Parent Resident Visa hybrid selection is now in place.
In plain English
The Government announced the hybrid queue-and-ballot model and EOIs that no longer expire. Superseded by INZ’s 5 October update confirming the model is in place.
Key points
- EOIs no longer expire if you confirm every 2 years.
- The 11 August 2026 draw ran under the old settings.
Who’s affected
Parent Resident Visa EOI holders.
What you should do
Read the 5 October update instead.
Official source
Immigration New Zealand, “Changes to the Parent Resident Visa announced”, published 8 August 2026. Read the full announcement. Summary by Destination NZI; INZ content © Crown, licensed under CC BY 3.0 NZ.
