Originally Posted by
jennynwilko
Thanks that was really helpful : )
Forgive me as this may be a stupid question, but if my partner had a Work Visa and I came as his partner, that would give me the right to work too?!
You would have an open Work Visa (i.e. one that isn't tied to any particular job), that would be the same length as his for time. See the last link I gave you above.
Then, assuming you want to stay in NZ long term, he could apply for Residence under Skilled Migrant, which you as his partner would get, too. If you put in for Work Visas and Skilled Migrant at about the same time, you can save yourselves some effort and money by using the same medicals, police certificates, etc..