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11 Aug 2026
Lights, camera, arrival: refugee resettlement story brought to life on screen
A short film inspired by the refugee experience is helping audiences better understand the challenges, resilience and hope that often accompany starting a new life in a new country. -
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11 Aug 2026
Important visitor visa application form changes
From 24 September 2026, new applications for most visitor visas will be available exclusively through Immigration New Zealand's (INZ) enhanced Immigration Online system. If you currently use our old s… -
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8 Aug 2026
Changes to the Parent Resident Visa Category
The Government has announced changes to the Parent Resident Visa Category, with a new hybrid selection model taking effect from 5 October 2026. -
Top visas
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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 or 9 months. You cannot work, but you can study for up to… -
New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)
Some people can use an NZeTA to travel to New Zealand without applying for a visa first. This depends on your passport, how you are travelling and if you are visiting or only transiting. -
Business Visitor Visa
Apply for this visa if you want to visit New Zealand for business reasons. You must have enough money to live on while you are here or have the financial support of your employer. -
Transit Visa
If you are passing through Auckland International Airport you must have a Transit Visa unless you already have a valid visa, are from a visa waiver country or transit visa waiver country, or are trave…
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Visit
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Study
Find study visas to study in Aotearoa New Zealand. Education providers – learn about getting approval to be an approved education provider.
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Work
Find visas and information about working in Aotearoa New Zealand. Employers – learn about hiring people from overseas and getting accredited.
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Live
Find visas to live in Aotearoa New Zealand. Get information about living here permanently and what life in Aotearoa is like.