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Visitor Visa (New Zealand)

New Zealand Visitor Visa

Easy ~20 min Visitor VisaNew ZealandTourism

/ What is this form?

The NZ Visitor Visa allows stays up to 9 months (some nationalities get a visa waiver for 3 months with NZeTA). Apply online through Immigration NZ or use the PDF form INZ 1017. New Zealand also requires an NZeTA ($23 online) for visa-waiver nationalities.

/ Who needs this form?

  • Citizens of non-visa-waiver countries visiting New Zealand
  • Visa-waiver nationals wanting to stay longer than the waiver period allows
  • Visitors with pre-existing medical conditions requiring healthcare access

/ What you need before you start

Valid passport
Proof of funds (NZ$1,000 per month or NZ$400 per month with pre-paid accommodation)
Return ticket or proof of onward travel
NZeTA (for visa-waiver nationalities — apply online separately)

/ Step-by-step guide

1 Check if You Need a Visa
Many nationalities are visa-waiver and can visit without a visa but need an NZeTA ($23 online). Check immigration.govt.nz to see your country's status.
2 Apply Online or Use INZ 1017
Apply online at immigration.govt.nz for fastest processing. The paper form INZ 1017 is available but takes longer.
3 Prepare Financial Evidence
Show you have at least NZ$1,000 per month of stay (or NZ$400 per month if accommodation is pre-paid). Bank statements are most commonly used.
4 Show Onward Travel
Provide a return ticket or proof of onward travel to demonstrate you plan to leave New Zealand before your visa expires.
5 Submit and Wait
Visa-waiver nationalities with an NZeTA are typically cleared within 72 hours. Paper applications take significantly longer.

/ Key fields explained

Field What to enter Common mistake
Funds available Amount available for your stay — minimum NZ$1,000 per month of intended stay Not showing adequate funds for the full intended stay — include accommodation costs in your calculations

/ Common mistakes to avoid

Visa-waiver nationals boarding without an NZeTA — airlines will deny boarding
Not having sufficient funds for the intended duration
Not providing proof of onward travel (return ticket or next destination booking)

/ Frequently asked questions

What is NZeTA?

New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority — required for visa-waiver nationalities before boarding any flight to NZ. NZ$23 online via immigration.govt.nz, or NZ$17 via the official NZ ETA app.

How long can I stay?

Up to 9 months on a visitor visa. Visa-waiver nationals without a visa can usually stay up to 3 months.