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Visit
Short stays: tourism, transit, business trips, medical, pilgrimage.
Tourist Visa
New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)
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Mandatory pre-travel authority for citizens of the ~60 visa-waiver countries, Australian permanent residents and cruise passengers. Costs NZD 17 via the mobile app or NZD 23 via the website, plus the NZD 100 International Visitor Levy (IVL); valid 2 years for multiple visits of up to 3 months each (6 months for UK passport holders). Allow 72 hours for approval; visitors must show onward travel and funds of NZD 1,000/month (NZD 400 if accommodation prepaid).
Government fee
NZ$17
Service fee
NZ$88
Processing time
3 days
Max stay
90 days
Validity
730 days
Document checklist (5)
Valid passportPassport from a visa-waiver country, valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure.
Acceptable photoOne acceptable photo, or a device able to take one during the app request.
Proof of fundsNZD 1,000 per month of stay, or NZD 400 per month if accommodation is prepaid (may be checked at border).
Onward travel evidencePaid ticket, cruise itinerary or craft owner letter showing departure from New Zealand.
Payment cardCard to pay the NZeTA fee and NZD 100 IVL online.
Tourist Visa
New Zealand Visitor Visa
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For nationals not eligible for the visa-waiver/NZeTA who want to visit for tourism, family or short study (up to 3 months). Total cost from NZD 441 (NZD 300 application fee + NZD 41 immigration levy + NZD 100 IVL); allows stays of up to 6-9 months, with a maximum of 9 months in any 18-month period. Applicants must show funds of NZD 1,000 per month (NZD 400 with prepaid accommodation) or an approved sponsor, plus onward travel.
Government fee
NZ$441
Service fee
NZ$88
Processing time
14 days
Max stay
270 days
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond intended departure date.
PhotosOne acceptable photo for online applications (two for paper).
Proof of funds or sponsorshipBank statements showing NZD 1,000/month (NZD 400 with prepaid accommodation), or Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry.
Onward travel evidenceTicket out of New Zealand or evidence of sufficient funds to buy one.
Medical certificatesOptionalChest X-ray and/or medical certificate if staying more than 6 months or from a high-TB-incidence country.
Police certificatesOptionalRequired if intending to stay 24 months or longer in total.
Relationship documentsOptionalMarriage/birth certificates if including partner or dependent children.
Transit Visa
New Zealand Transit Visa
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Required for travellers passing through Auckland International Airport who are not from a visa-waiver or transit-visa-waiver country, not travelling to/from Australia, and not holding a NZ visa. Allows a maximum of 24 hours in the airport transit area only; holders cannot enter New Zealand. Fee NZD 235; 80% of applications decided within 4 days.
Government fee
NZ$235
Service fee
NZ$88
Processing time
4 days
Max stay
1 day
Document checklist (5)
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond departure from New Zealand.
PhotoOne acceptable photo (two for paper applications).
Travel itineraryFlight bookings showing arrival and onward departure within 24 hours.
Onward ticketTravel tickets to a destination outside New Zealand.
Family documentsOptionalDocuments for partner/dependent children if included in the application.
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Business Visitor Visa
Medical Treatment Visa
Pilgrimage Visa
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Study & Training
Universities, language courses, internships and exchanges.
Student Visa
Fee Paying Student Visa
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For full-time study at an approved NZ provider, including English-language courses (so it also serves as the language-study pathway); granted for the length of the paid course, up to 4 years. Total cost NZD 850 (NZD 485 fee + NZD 265 levy + NZD 100 IVL); requires an offer of place, paid or payable tuition, and living funds of NZD 20,000/year for tertiary or English-language study (NZD 17,000/year for school students). Eligible students may work up to 25 hours/week during study (full-time in holidays); 80% processed within 9.5 weeks.
Work: up to 25 h/week
Study: Full-time study (visa purpose)
Government fee
NZ$850
Service fee
NZ$360
Processing time
66 days
Validity
1,460 days
Document checklist (8)
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond intended departure.
Offer of placeFrom an education provider approved by NZQA.
Evidence of tuition fee paymentReceipt or ability to pay tuition fees.
Evidence of living fundsNZD 20,000/year (tertiary/English language) or NZD 17,000/year (school), or a financial undertaking by sponsor.
Onward travel evidenceTicket out of NZ or funds to buy one.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayOptionalIf studying more than 6/12 months depending on country.
Police certificatesOptionalIf aged 17+ and staying 24 months or more.
Guardianship documentsOptionalFor students under 18 where applicable.
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Language Course Visa
Internship / Trainee Visa
Exchange Program Visa
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Work & Self-Employment
Digital nomad, freelance, skilled employment and company transfers.
Digital Nomad Visa
Visitor Visa Remote Work Allowance (Digital Nomad)
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Not a separate permit: since 27 January 2025 every visitor visa and NZeTA allows unlimited remote work for overseas employers/clients while in New Zealand, making it a de facto digital-nomad route. Working for a NZ employer or providing services to NZ businesses remains prohibited; stays under 92 days in 12 months are normally tax-exempt if the income is taxed elsewhere (up to 183 days under many tax treaties). Costs and stay limits are those of the visitor visa (from NZD 441, up to 9 months) or NZeTA; no income threshold applies.
Study: Short study up to 3 months
Government fee
NZ$441
Service fee
NZ$88
Processing time
14 days
Max stay
270 days
Document checklist (5)
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond intended departure.
Visitor visa or NZeTAVisitor visa applied for on or after 27 January 2025 (earlier visas do not carry the remote-work condition).
Proof of fundsNZD 1,000/month or NZD 400/month with prepaid accommodation.
Onward travel evidenceTicket or funds to leave New Zealand.
Evidence of overseas employmentOptionalUseful to show work is for an employer or clients outside New Zealand if questioned.
Startup / Entrepreneur Visa
Entrepreneur Work Visa
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Closed to new applications 26 August 2025 (previously NZD 100,000 capital + 120 points); replaced by the Business Investor Visa from November 2025. The Entrepreneur Resident Visa remains open only to existing Entrepreneur Work Visa holders.
Points-based residence route: applicants aged 55 or under need 6 points combining occupational registration, qualification or income (3-6 points) with up to 3 points for skilled work in NZ, plus a skilled job with an accredited employer paying at least the median wage (NZD 35.00/hour for ANZSCO 1-3; 1.5x median, NZD 52.50/hour, for levels 4-5). Cost NZD 6,450 (NZD 2,880 fee + NZD 3,570 levy); grants indefinite residence with permanent residence available after 2 years. Workers in Green List occupations can instead use the Straight to Residence or Work to Residence pathways.
Work: Resident; work unrestricted
Study: Resident; study unrestricted
Residency: Residence from grant (PRV after ~2 yrs)
Family: Partner + dependent children included
Government fee
NZ$6,450
Service fee
NZ$360
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportFor identity; certified copy acceptable for paper applications.
Expression of Interest and invitation to applyApplication must be lodged within 4 months of the invitation.
Employment agreementSkilled job or job offer with an accredited employer meeting the wage threshold.
Evidence of points claimOccupational registration, recognised qualification, or income evidence; plus NZ skilled work experience if claimed.
English language evidenceIELTS 6.5 or equivalent, or citizenship/study in an exempt country.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayGeneral medical certificate less than 3 months old.
Police certificatesFrom country of citizenship and any country lived in 12+ months in the last 10 years.
Skilled Work Visa
Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
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Main employer-sponsored work visa: requires a full-time job offer from an INZ-accredited employer that has passed a Job Check, plus 2+ years' relevant experience or a Level 4+ qualification. Since 10 March 2025 there is no general median-wage pay threshold - jobs must pay at least the market rate and minimum wage (sector-agreement and other thresholds still reference the immigration median wage, NZD 35.00/hour from 9 March 2026). Cost NZD 1,540 (NZD 480 fee + NZD 1,060 levy); granted for up to 5 years (3 years for ANZSCO level 4-5 roles) with pathways to residence such as the Skilled Migrant Category.
Work: Tied to accredited employer/role
Residency: Route to residence (Green List)
Family: Partner + children can apply
Government fee
NZ$1,540
Service fee
NZ$360
Processing time
49 days
Validity
1,825 days
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond intended departure.
Job offer and employment agreementSigned offer for full-time work (30+ hours/week) from an accredited employer with an approved Job Check.
Evidence of work experience or qualifications2+ years relevant experience, or a qualification at NZQCF Level 4 or above.
Occupational registrationOptionalRequired if the occupation needs NZ registration (e.g. nurses, electricians).
English language test resultsOptionalRequired for ANZSCO skill level 3-5 roles.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayOptionalDepending on stay length and country of origin.
Police certificatesLess than 6 months old, if staying 24 months or more.
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Freelancer Visa
Self-Employment Visa
Seasonal Work Visa
Intra-Company Transfer Visa
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Invest & Capital
Golden visas, real estate, citizenship by investment, passive income.
Golden Visa (Residence by Investment)
Active Investor Plus Visa
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New Zealand's investor-residence ('golden visa') route, revamped 1 April 2025 into two categories: Growth (NZD 5 million in higher-risk acceptable investments such as managed funds/direct equities for 3 years, only 21 days in NZ required) and Balanced (NZD 10 million including bonds and property options for 5 years, 105 days in NZ). Fee NZD 27,470 (NZD 12,070 fee + NZD 15,400 levy); approval in principle for 80% within 10.5 weeks, then 6 months to transfer and invest funds. Grants residence with work/study rights and leads to permanent residence after the investment period; no English-language or age requirement.
Work: Resident; work unrestricted
Study: Resident; study unrestricted
Residency: Residence from grant (PRV after ~2 yrs)
Family: Partner + dependent children included
Government fee
NZ$27,470
Processing time
74 days
Min. investment
NZ$5,000,000
Document checklist (6)
Valid passportOr certified copy with acceptable photos.
Evidence of nominated fundsProof the investment funds are owned by the applicant and lawfully acquired/earned.
Fit and proper person evidenceDeclaration and supporting material on business background.
Police certificatesFrom country of citizenship and countries lived in 5+ years since age 17.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayLess than 3 months old.
Evidence of investmentAfter approval in principle: proof funds were transferred through the banking system and placed in acceptable investments within 6 months.
Business Investor Visa
Business Investor Work Visa
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Opened November 2025, replacing the Entrepreneur Work Visa: applicants aged 55 or under buy an established NZ business (outright or at least 25%) employing 5+ FTE staff, investing at least NZD 1 million for a 3-year work-to-residence pathway or NZD 2 million for a 12-month fast track to the Business Investor Resident Visa. Requires NZD 500,000 additional liquid settlement funds, relevant business experience and IELTS 5.0 English. Fee NZD 12,380 (NZD 11,320 fee + NZD 1,060 levy); visa granted for up to 4 years; partners and dependent children can be included.
Work: Work in own/invested NZ business
Residency: 12-mth or 3-yr pathway by investment
Family: Partner + dependent children included
Government fee
NZ$12,380
Validity
1,460 days
Min. investment
NZ$1,000,000
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportFor all family members included.
Evidence of investment fundsNZD 1M or 2M of lawfully acquired funds plus NZD 500,000 liquid settlement funds.
Business purchase evidencePurchase of an acceptable established business (excludes franchises, convenience stores, fast food, home-based businesses, etc.) employing at least 5 FTE.
Evidence of business experienceRelevant ownership or senior management experience.
English language evidenceIELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayLess than 3 months old.
Police certificatesFor applicant and accompanying family aged 17+.
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Residence by Real Estate
Citizenship by Investment
Non-Lucrative / Passive Income Visa
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Retire & Lifestyle
Retirement visas and working holiday schemes.
Retirement Visa
Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa
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For retirees aged 66+ who invest NZD 750,000 in acceptable NZ investments for 2 years, hold a further NZD 500,000 in maintenance funds and have annual income of at least NZD 60,000. Grants a 2-year stay (no dependent children allowed) and can be re-applied for indefinitely if funds remain invested and insurance is maintained; it does not lead to residence. Total cost NZD 7,891 (NZD 7,750 fee + NZD 41 levy + NZD 100 IVL); 80% processed within 4 weeks. Parents of NZ citizens/residents with NZD 1M to invest can instead use the Parent Retirement Resident Visa (NZD 1M investment for 4 years + NZD 500,000 settlement funds + NZD 60,000 annual income), which grants residence.
Family: Partner included; no dependent children
Government fee
NZ$7,891
Processing time
28 days
Max stay
730 days
Validity
730 days
Min. income / month
NZ$5,000
Min. investment
NZ$750,000
Document checklist (8)
Valid passportOr certified copy with acceptable photos.
Proof of ageAged 66 or older at application.
Evidence of investment fundsNZD 750,000 lawfully acquired, to be placed in acceptable investments for 2 years.
Evidence of maintenance fundsNZD 500,000 for living expenses.
Evidence of annual incomeNZD 60,000+ per year from pensions, dividends, rent, etc.
Health and travel insuranceComprehensive insurance maintained for the full stay.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayOptionalDepending on length of stay.
Police certificatesOptionalIf total time in NZ will exceed 24 months.
Working Holiday Visa
New Zealand Working Holiday Visa
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Reciprocal schemes with about 45 partner countries (including UK, Germany, France, USA, Canada, Japan, China, Argentina and most of the EU) for travellers aged 18-30 (18-35 for some nationalities), normally for 12 months - UK and Canadian citizens can stay up to 23/36 months respectively via extensions. Typical total cost NZD 770 (NZD 215 fee + NZD 455 levy + NZD 100 IVL); most schemes require around NZD 4,200 in funds, medical insurance and an onward ticket. Holders can do temporary work for any employer and study up to 6 months; most schemes are capped with annual quotas that open on set dates.
Proof of age eligibilityAged 18-30 (or 18-35 for some schemes) at time of application.
Proof of fundsTypically NZD 4,200 available for living costs.
Onward travel evidenceTicket out of NZ or funds to purchase one.
Medical insuranceFull medical insurance for the length of stay.
Chest X-rayOptionalIf from, or having spent time in, a high-TB-incidence country.
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Family & Origin
Reunification, spouse routes and ancestry-based repatriation.
Spouse / Partner Visa
Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa
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Residence for partners (married, civil union or de facto, including same-sex) of NZ citizens or residents who have been living together in a genuine and stable relationship for at least 12 months. Cost NZD 5,360 (NZD 1,940 fee + NZD 3,420 levy); 80% decided within about 6.5 months; grants indefinite residence with eligibility for a Permanent Resident Visa after 2 years. A cheaper Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa (NZD 1,630) is available while building the 12-month cohabitation record.
Government fee
NZ$5,360
Service fee
NZ$450
Processing time
198 days
Document checklist (8)
Valid passportOriginal or certified copy.
PhotosOne for online applications, two for paper.
Partnership Support FormCompleted by the NZ citizen/resident partner.
Evidence of living together 12+ monthsJoint tenancy/mortgage, shared bills, joint accounts, correspondence to the same address.
Evidence of genuine and stable relationshipPhotos, communications, evidence others recognise the relationship.
Partner's status evidenceProof partner is a NZ citizen or resident.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayLess than 3 months old.
Police certificatesFrom relevant countries, less than 6 months old.
Dependent Relative Visa
Parent Resident Visa
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Residence for parents of adult NZ citizens/residents, capped at 2,500 visas per year and heavily queued: applicants lodge an Expression of Interest (NZD 450 online) into a ballot drawn every 3 months. The sponsoring child must have lived in NZ 184+ days/year for 3 years and meet income thresholds based on the median wage (higher for joint sponsors and additional parents). Total cost about NZD 5,810 including the EOI (NZD 1,940 fee + NZD 3,420 levy); grants indefinite residence with 10-year travel conditions.
Government fee
NZ$5,810
Service fee
NZ$450
Document checklist (8)
Expression of InterestSubmitted to the ballot (NZD 450 online); invitations issued every 3 months, EOI valid 2 years.
Valid passportFor all applicants included.
Sponsorship formCompleted by the adult child, an NZ citizen/resident for 3+ years.
Sponsor income evidenceTax statements showing income meets the median-wage-based threshold.
Evidence of relationshipBirth certificate or equivalent proving the parent-child relationship.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayLess than 3 months old.
Police certificatesFrom country of citizenship and countries lived in 12+ months in last 10 years.
English language evidenceOptionalOr pre-purchase of English tuition (ESOL).
Dependent Relative Visa
Parent Boost Visitor Visa
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Launched 29 September 2025: a multiple-entry visitor visa letting parents of NZ citizens/residents stay up to 5 years (renewable once for a maximum 10 years), with a required offshore health/insurance re-check during the third year. Sponsors must earn at least the median wage (NZD 72,800 single sponsor, NZD 109,200 joint, for one parent), or the parent can show their own income/funds; comprehensive health and travel insurance (NZD 250,000 emergency cover) must be held throughout. Total cost from NZD 3,100 (NZD 1,940 fee + NZD 1,060 levy + NZD 100 IVL); processing around 4 months; no work allowed except remote work for overseas employers.
Government fee
NZ$3,100
Service fee
NZ$88
Processing time
120 days
Max stay
1,825 days
Validity
1,825 days
Document checklist (7)
Valid passportValid for the intended period of stay.
Sponsorship formCompleted by NZ citizen/resident child meeting income thresholds.
Evidence of relationshipBirth certificate or equivalent proving parentage.
Health insurance policyMinimum NZD 250,000/year emergency medical cover, NZD 100,000 cancer cover, repatriation cover; maintained for the whole stay.
Medical certificate and chest X-rayPlus a repeat health check in year 3, completed outside New Zealand.
Police certificatesFrom relevant countries.
Evidence of own income or fundsOptionalIf not relying on sponsor income (alternative financial requirement).
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Family Reunification Visa
Ancestry / Repatriation
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