Visa application processes
Information about how the visa application process works.
Use our online system to apply for selected visas or check visa details. Get help to use our online services.
We have enhanced Immigration Online. You can still access applications, documents or eVisas in the old system.
Learn about the immigration policies and processes we use to make decisions about visa applications.
Information about how the visa application process works.
Immigration instructions are rules, criteria and requirements set out in the Operational Manual. People who want to come to New Zealand must follow these instructions to be granted a visa or entry permission.
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment are reviewing the approach to skills shortage lists, and are not updating them at this time.
These are the special directions issued by the Minister of Immigration in the New Zealand Government on matters related to immigration.