Learn More: Visitor Visa
What you need to know
- Travel purpose: Allows tourism, visiting friends and family, studies of up to 3 months, participating in sports- or cultural activities, and attending events
- Visa details: Issued as either a single- or multiple-entry visa
- Validity: Valid for up to 12 or 18 months, with a maximum stay of up to 6 or 9 months (depending on single- or multiple-entry visa)
- Ensure ethical and reliable service: Your New Zealand Visitor Visa application will be reviewed and submitted by our New Zealand licensed immigration advisor, Mr. Pradeep Manik (License #202400819)
Apply for the New Zealand Visitor Visa today
Last updated: January 2025
From visiting the Southern Alps to experiencing the Middle-earth and more, the New Zealand Visitor Visa is your gateway to a memorable Kiwi adventure.
Start your application today and make your journey seamless and stress-free with our trusted services.
Why choose us for your New Zealand Visitor Visa application?
We collaborate with a licensed immigration adviser registered with the New Zealand Government’s Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA).
Your application will be reviewed and submitted by our partner, Mr. Pradeep Manik (License #202400819). He adheres to the IAA strict Code of Conduct, ensuring ethical and reliable service.
If you have concerns about the service or conduct, you can:
- File an internal complaint with the adviser
- Contact the IAA directly
How to apply for the New Zealand Visitor Visa
Here's how to apply with us:
Step 1: Enter your travel details and basic information on our website or download our mobile app.
Step 2: Pay the government visa fees and iVisa's service fees with a credit or debit card, PayPal, or Venmo.
Step 3: Complete the application questions and upload the required documents.
Applying early is recommended (at least 1.5 months in advance) to avoid delaying your trip due to high application volumes or technical issues at Immigration New Zealand, for example.
Our Licensed Immigration Adviser ensures your application is decision-ready, reducing processing time wherever possible.
What can you do with the New Zealand Visitor Visa?
Visit New Zealand to:
- Explore the country's landscapes, culture, and heritage
- Visit friends and family
- Enrol in a short-term study course (up to three months)
- Attend events such as concerts
Restrictions:
- You cannot work, study long-term, or reside permanently
- You cannot access public funds
- You cannot come to New Zealand on a general visitor visa to get married or register a civil partnership
- If you wish to undertake business activities or access medical treatment in New Zealand, you will need a different category of visitor visa
If you need a different visa (e.g., student, spousal, business, or medical treatment), please contact us for assistance or check with your local New Zealand embassy or consulate for more information.
Who requires the New Zealand Visitor Visa?
Visa-required - Citizens from countries such as China, India, South Africa, the Philippines, Vietnam, and many more need a Visitor Visa.
Visa-exempt - Countries with visa-waiver agreements such as:
- Europe: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom (permanent residents), and more.
- Americas: Canada, USA, Argentina, Brazil, and more.
- Asia: Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and more.
Minors: Children under 18 also require a Visitor Visa or NZeTA depending upon their country of citizenship.
Check your eligibility by clicking on 'Apply now' and entering your nationality.
Visa-exempt travelers have to still apply for the New Zealand Travel Authority (NZeTA).
New Zealand Visitor Visa validity and extensions
- Stay up to nine months
- Extensions of up to three months over and beyond the nine months are possible under certain conditions (e.g., extended tourist plans, humanitarian reasons, unforeseen circumstances, pandemics, etc.)
- Proof of financial means or support may be required for extensions
- If you’ve stayed 12 months within a 24-month period, you must leave and wait 12 months before reapplying
New Zealand Visitor Visa required documents
To apply for the Visitor Visa, you must submit:
- Passport copy and residency proof (if applicable)
- Recent photo
- Travel itinerary (hotel reservations, return tickets)
- Financial proof (bank statements, credit card statements)
- Australian Visa (if planning to visit Australia)
- Health certificates (e.g., chest x-ray) if required
- Police certificate for stays longer than 24 months
Applications for minors must include:
- Completed application by a parent/legal guardian
- Birth certificate
- Consent from non-accompanying parent(s), if applicable
New Zealand Visitor Visa processing time
Applying early is recommended (at least 1.5 months in advance) to avoid delaying your trip.
Our Licensed Immigration Adviser ensures your application is decision-ready, reducing processing time wherever possible.
When you apply with us, you will pay:
- The government fee
- Our processing fee
During the application process on our site, we also offer added-value services for an extra fee, such as an iVisa Plus subscription, Premium Concierge Service, and Embassy Registration.
More questions about the New Zealand Visitor Visa?
How to Apply: Visitor Visa
Complete our user-friendly online application in just 20 minutes, or feel free to take breaks and return at your convenience.
Move closer to an approved visa with our team of iVisa Experts, who not only review your answers but also provide you with the necessary tools to prepare.
Make use of our feedback and free templates to confidently submit accurate information, and experience a surprisingly stress-free process!
Once government-approved, your visa will be ready for collection, marking the start of your travels.
How to Apply: Embassy Registration
Complete our easy online application and pay with credit card or PayPal
Your embassy will assist you if an emergency (eg. Natural disasters, civil unrest, etc) occur
Why Register with the Embassy
Required Information to Apply
Once You Have Registered With Your Embassy Or Consulate, You Will Need To Update Your Data If:
- your contact details change,
- your civil status changes,
- you are going back to your home country.
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