This visa allows you get New Zealand residence if you have a partner who is a New Zealand citizen or resident.
Your partner must be a New Zealand resident or citizen
Your partner, if not a New Zealand citizen, must live in New Zealand
Your partner must not have any convictions involving family violence or of a sexual nature.
Your partner must be eligible to support your application.
You and your partner must have lived together in a genuine and stable relationship for at least 12 months.
You must meet health and character requirements
You may include dependent children in your application if they meet the requirements for residence.