20/05/2024
New Zealand visa
1. Visitor Visa
This visa is for tourists, people visiting family or friends, or those on short business trips.
Eligibility:
You must be in good health and of good character.
You need to show that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay.
You must have a ticket to leave New Zealand or enough money to buy one.
Application Process:
Complete the application form online or on paper.
Provide necessary documentation such as a passport, proof of funds, and a return ticket.
Pay the application fee.
Submit biometrics if required.
2. Work Visa
This visa is for people who have a job offer from a New Zealand employer.
Eligibility:
You must have a job offer from a New Zealand employer.
Your job offer must be for a position that cannot be filled by a New Zealander.
Meet health and character requirements.
Types of Work Visas:
Essential Skills Work Visa
Accredited Employer Work Visa
Working Holiday Visa
Application Process:
Complete the application form.
Provide an employment contract, proof of qualifications, and work experience.
Pay the application fee.
Submit biometrics if required.
3. Student Visa
This visa is for people who want to study full-time in New Zealand for more than three months.
Eligibility:
You must have an offer of a place from a New Zealand education provider.
Meet health and character requirements.
Show proof of sufficient funds to support yourself.
Application Process:
Complete the online application form.
Provide an offer of place, proof of funds, and medical certificates.
Pay the application fee.
Submit biometrics if required.
4. Resident Visa
This visa is for people who want to live in New Zealand permanently.
Eligibility:
Points-based system: Skilled Migrant Category (requires a job offer, qualifications, work experience, and age).
Family category: For partners, children, and parents of New Zealand citizens or residents.
Application Process:
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) if applying under the Skilled Migrant Category.
Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) if selected.
Complete the residence application form.
Provide necessary documentation such as medical and police certificates.
Pay the application fee.
5. Entrepreneur and Investor Visas
These visas are for people who want to invest or start a business in New Zealand.
Entrepreneur Visa:
For people who want to work in their own business in New Zealand.
Investor Visa:
Investor 1 (minimum NZD $10 million investment)
Investor 2 (minimum NZD $3 million investment)
Application Process:
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).
Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) if selected.
Complete the application form and provide required documentation.
Pay the application fee.
General Application Steps:
Determine the Visa Type: Identify the type of visa you need based on your purpose of visit.
Prepare Documentation: Gather all necessary documents, including your passport, proof of funds, job offer, or admission letter.
Apply Online or on Paper: Most visas can be applied for online through the New Zealand Immigration website. Some might require paper applications.
Pay the Application Fee: Fees vary based on visa type and application method.
Submit Biometrics: If required, provide fingerprints and a photo.
Wait for Processing: Visa processing times vary depending on the type of visa and other factors.
Receive Decision: You will be notified of the decision on your visa application.
Helpful Resources:
New Zealand Immigration Website
Visa Application Forms and Guides
