Tools and information for meeting criteria

Your visa photo must be less than 6 months old and clearly identify you. It must also meet all of our technical requirements.

Find and download all immigration forms including visa application forms. Use the guides and checklists to help you make a complete and correct application.

Information about investing and transferring funds for business and investment visas.

There's information here about identity, bona fide, and what good character means for temporary and resident visas.

Here's where you'll find extra information that may help you with your Student Visa application. You'll also find information about the qualifications you'll need to apply for some Work Visas that you need special qualifications to apply for.

Information about English language requirements. How English language background allows you to meet requirements. Pre-purchase English language lessons for your family.

Information about applying for a visa, visa processing, and travelling to New Zealand.

Information to help show us you have an acceptable standard of health.

Information about visa requirements for family members.

All our common searchable lists and tools such as panel physicians, Accredited Employers, police certificates and occupational registration.

Here's where you'll find extra information that may help you with your Work Visa application. You'll also find information for employers who want to employ overseas workers for some kind of specialised work.