Tourist / Visitor Visa

People travelling on a passport from some countries must apply for a Visitor Visa to visit New Zealand. You can stay for up to either 6 months (multiple entry) or 9 months (single entry). You cannot work, but you can study for up to 3 months.

Length of stay
Up to either

6 or 9 months

immigration fees affect from 2024
Cost
From
NZD $400
Processing time
80% within
4 weeks
Document preparation and visa submission fees affect from 2024
Cost
From
NZD $2500
Processing time
80% within
12 weeks
If you apply for this visa you may have to pay an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). Enter your country details in the Process and costs section below

Visas you can apply for online

You can apply for most visas online. This includes uploading documents, photographs and also paying application fees.

Visitor Visa — if you are from a Pacific Islands Forum country (excluding Australia)

 

Working holiday visas — unless you have a current working holiday visa and are applying for a new one.

VIsa Type

With this visa you can
  • Holiday in New Zealand.
  • Visit family and friends in New Zealand.
  • Study for up to 3 months.
  • Include your partner and dependent children in your visa application.

Full English language translations must be provided for any documents not in English.

  • We advise travellers not to book any non-refundable travel until after their Visitor Visa is approved.