"Immigration into New Zealand should not create exclusive communities or expose New Zealanders to social, economic or security risks. Rather, immigrants are embraced subject to their willingness to assimilate into New Zealand’s way of life, respecting our cultural and Christian traditions while contributing positively towards our social and economic prosperity."

- Richard Lewis: Leader 

The Family Party favours Immigration policies that attract quality people who will add value to our nation by contributing positively towards New Zealand's social and economic goals. There are many advantages that come with quality immigrants but measure that against their willingness and ability to effectively assimilate into New Zealand's way of life, honouring our Christian and cultural traditions.

Our immigration laws should reflect where we as a nation have come from and where we are going.

Our thinking on Immigration: The Family Party believes:

• Ethnic and cultural diversity is valued and important, but it should not compromise our national identity as a country with an established Christian heritage
• Immigrants come to New Zealand understanding that they are coming to a Christian country (that guarantees freedom of religious choice and expression, and affirms the separation of church and state)
• Immigrants should be welcomed on the basis of their willingness to positively contribute towards New Zealand's social and economic goals through a positive work ethic and an acceptance of New Zealand laws, culture and family life
• Immigrants should not pose any threat to national security nor place a burden on our economy, justice or welfare systems
• A basic command of the English language is important in order to effectively assimilate and participate in local community life

Immigration policy goals: The Family Party will:

• Favour immigration policies that have beneficial outcomes for New Zealand's economy. Economic considerations must form the backbone of our immigration policy such as specific labour shortages and regions involved, with preference given to individuals who possess relevant skills, qualifications and experience
• Make sure New Zealand does not become a 'soft touch' welcoming haven for immigrants with questionable track records and associations
• Oppose trade agreements that include 'people movement' as part of such agreements
• Look towards extending the period of granting citizenship from 3 years to 5 years with a stringent probationary period to ensure long-term commitment to New Zealand as well as demonstrating an acceptable standard of behaviour and social conduct: Non-residents convicted of crimes punishable by imprisonment of 2 years or more should automatically be returned to their country of origin
• Place the burden of proof on the immigrant to prove his or her suitability for New Zealand citizenship (as opposed to New Zealand having to prove his or her unsuitability) where national security is threatened i.e. in the case of terrorist associations or activity
• Ensure immigration services and processes are transparent and have a fair client focus that delivers thorough, robust and time-efficient outcomes
• Develop incentives that encourage internal migration (for both NZ residents and immigrants) away from increasingly crowded major centres (such as Auckland) towards other regions, in order to reduce the pressure on infrastructure, and to ensure that all regions benefit from the increased skills