Hi. You have the right visa type - but there are several sections to it. The one to which you refer is the "Culturally Arranged Marriage" section. You are simply applying for a visa under a different section that allows your partner to visit you and then, once in NZ, start gathering the evidence that you are partners in line with immigration policy. After around 3 months in NZ, your partner can apply for a partnership based work visa. You need to complete forms INZ1198 and INZ1146. It would be best if your partner had a medical and chest x-ray and also provide a police check. Provide as much evidence as you have of your partnership including time together and communication between you when you are apart. Write a good cover letter to explain the circumstances. Maybe get a testimonial or two from people who know you to be partners. Don't apply for a work visa for your partner right now as it is almost certain you wouldn't get it. If you need furthr help, feel free to send me Private Message (once you have made 5 posts).