cornerofsilence

We are now permit residences and our son would like to come over to New Zealand to get a feel for the place. He is 29 years old. Firstly I would like to hear from anyone who has made the move on their own.

Also has anyone arrived in NZ with no return ticket? Is there any problem in doing this?

Any information would help please.

Susan

Mercedes

I did it with Australia, didn't have any problems. But may be an idea to have a return one with open dates, just in case, as two single can work out expensive, if he decides he wants to go back to UK.

Carkedit

I have flown into Auckland on a single ticket with no prob but then I had a work visa so I dont know if that makes a difference. I flew into Hamilton and I had to prove I had an onward ticket so I guess it depends on what kind of mood customs are in. I have flown into Auckland many times and have never been asked to show an onward ticket (although most of the time I had one)

I went over to NZ without knowing anyone (did the same for Australia too) and I have made some of the best friends I ever could. Cant wait to return.

Maybe your son could apply for a holiday work visa least then he could stay for a year..or however much they give you these days, then he should be able to go over on a one way.

Sugo

hi dont know what its like yet, but im singapore at the moment on the way to sydney then Welly on my one way ticket, will let you know once ive got there and settled in,

with mine though i got a work permit and 'cos im a nurse i got my return flight put as not necessary on my passport and also the 2000NZD in cash bit is waived as well so all good really

will let you know