VAC service fee increase

On 3 May 2023 the service fee you pay to some Visa Application Centres (VACs) is changing.

On 3 May 2023 the service fee you pay to some Visa Application Centres (VACs) is changing. This service fee increase is necessary because of rising costs.

Check before you apply

To ensure you pay the correct fee use our online tool to find out what you need to pay.

Fees, decision times and where to apply

You can also check the VAC websites before submitting your application.

New Zealand — VFS Global

Countries increasing fees

The following countries are raising the service fee.

Offices outside of New Zealand (Visa Application Centres)

• Australia
• Bangladesh
• China
• Fiji
• India
• Indonesia
• Iran
• Nepal & Bhutan
• Pakistan
• Papua New Guinea
• Philippines
• Russia
• Singapore
• Solomon Islands
• South Africa
• South Korea
• Sri Lanka
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Turkey
• Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States if America
• Vanuatu
• Vietnam