Announcement
Guardian Visitor Visa applications moving to enhanced Immigration Online
Published
21 October 2025
From 3 November 2025, all Guardian Visitor Visa applications should be submitted through the enhanced Immigration Online system.
This change is part of Immigration New Zealand’s ongoing commitment to improving the visa application experience. We are aiming to deliver a simpler, faster and more user-friendly visa application process. This will reduce waiting times, provide clear communication on application statuses, and increase self-service capabilities so everyone feels more informed and better supported.
Updated guidance and support materials are built into the new online form.
More information about enhanced Immigration Online:
Immigration Online — online application system
Draft and submitted applications
If you have an application in draft or submitted in the old application system, you will still be able to access or submit this application after 3 November 2025.
We will notify you when the old application form is due to close.
Current visa holders
If your child is applying for a new student visa and you intend to apply for another Guardian Visitor Visa, both applications should be submitted through the enhanced Immigration Online system.