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COVID-19

Entry to New Zealand from all countries remains strictly controlled to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

KEY UPDATES

From 1 November, full vaccination will become a requirement for non-New Zealand citizens arriving into the country - 3 October 2021
Flexible working conditions for international students working in the health sector - 22 September 2021
Travel conditions for resident visa holders overseas extended - 1 September 2021
Flexible working conditions for supermarket workers at Alert Level 3 and 4 - 31 August 2021

Note
  • Negative COVID-19 test results are required for most travellers to New Zealand.
  • Managed Isolation Allocation system vouchers confirming a place in a managed isolation facility are required before boarding a flight.
  • Border rules can change quickly. Travellers must prepare for disruption to their plans.

Immigration New Zealand under COVID-19 restrictions

As alert levels drop, some staff will be in most of Immigration New Zealand’s offices receiving and processing priority temporary visa application categories. Please expect some delays.

We are redirecting mail to offices outside the Auckland region to ensure applications can be lodged.

Most of our staff continue to work remotely and are focusing on processing online applications. We strongly encourage applicants to use online channels where available.

If Immigration New Zealand asks for more information, scan the required documents and email them to your Immigration Officer.

Visa processing under COVID-19 restrictions

If you are unable to leave New Zealand

You are a New Zealand employer

Information for New Zealand employers on employing migrants.

Bringing workers to New Zealand

Bringing workers to New Zealand

How to bring workers to New Zealand if you are an employer, including 'other critical workers'.

You want to enter New Zealand

What to do if you believe you can cross the New Zealand border. The border is currently closed to almost all travellers to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Entry to New Zealand

Entry to New Zealand

Entry to New Zealand from all countries remains strictly controlled to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. If you are not in a Quarantine-free Travel Zone you still have to go through Managed Isolation.

Visa programme information

Visa programme information

Visa information for migrants and refugees currently outside of New Zealand. Including Skilled Migrant Category, working holiday visas, Samoan Quota Programme, Pacific Access Category and the Refugee Quota Programme.

Refunds for visa applications that cannot be processed

Refunds for visa applications that cannot be processed

Immigration New Zealand will be refunding application fees and levies for temporary visa applications that cannot be processed due to New Zealand’s current border restrictions.

If you have a work to residence visa

If you have a work to residence visa

If you cannot complete the requirement to work in New Zealand because of the border closure you may be able to reapply and work through to residence on your return.

You are in New Zealand

Information for all travellers, student visa holders, and work visa holders currently in New Zealand.

Visa information

Visa information

You are responsible for understanding how to meet the conditions of your visa in New Zealand at all times.

You are a migrant or refugee

You are a migrant or refugee

Visa, work, and welfare information for migrants or refugees currently inside New Zealand.

You are a student

You are a student

Visa and work information for student visa holders already in New Zealand.

OFFICIAL COVID-19 WEBSITE

For more information about the NZ Government's COVID-19 response.

MANAGED ISOLATION AND QUARANTINE

On arrival in New Zealand 14 days of managed isolation is mandatory. 

Information updated on 2021/10/03 12:48:14.439223 GMT+13