Planned upgrades for 2026
Find out about upgrades to our online visa application systems in 2026.
Planned upgrade date and time
Between 04:00 and 08:00 Thursday 6 August (NZST)
During this time, you cannot start or continue some visa applications and application forms:
- Group Visitor Visas
- Work visas (excluding AEWVs)
- Partner or child of a New Zealander visas
- Straight to Residence Visa
- Work to Residence Visa
- Transport Work to Residence Visa
- Care Workforce Work to Residence Visa