Process to apply
Learn about the visa application process and the evidence and documents you may need to provide. Find out how to check the status of your visa or NZeTA and how to bring family to New Zealand once you have a visa.
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Find and choose a
Use our find a visa tool or visa search to find and compare visas.
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Applying for a
Learn about choosing a visa to apply for and how to make your application. Find out about the evidence you might need to provide with your application, how to prevent delays and how to sponsor someone's visa application.
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Waiting for a
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.
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If your visa is
Find out what you can do if your application for a temporary or residence visa is declined.
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Once you have a
Learn what to do if your situation changes, once you have your visa, how to transfer a visa to a new passport and how to bring family.
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Information for immigration
Only people who are licensed or exempt from licensing can give immigration advice.