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Explore and select a visa

Explore and select a visa

You can compare visas side by side to help you find a visa that may give you a pathway to live in New Zealand permanently.

Preparing a visa application

Preparing a visa application

Find out about the process to apply for a visa online or on paper, and how to prepare the supporting information we will ask for.

Waiting for a visa

Waiting for a visa

Find out how to check the status of your visa or NZeTA online and how long it normally takes us to process the type of visa you have applied for.

Already have a visa

Already have a visa

Now that you have a visa, you may have questions about moving to New Zealand, or what happens to your visa if your situation changes.

Information about NZeTA

Information about NZeTA

Some visitors and transit passengers can travel to New Zealand without a visa if they get an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) before they travel.

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Use our online system to apply for selected visas, employer accreditation or check visa details. 
We have enhanced Immigration Online. You can still access applications, documents or eVisas in the old system.

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