Planned upgrades for 2026
Find out about upgrades to our online visa application systems in 2026.
Planned upgrade date and time
Between 08:00 and 23:00, Sunday 23 August 2026 (NZST)
During this time, you may be unable to save or submit some application forms:
- Phase 2, 2021 Resident Visas
- Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) accreditations
- Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) job checks
- Accredited Employer Work Visas
- Permanent Resident Visa
- Second or Subsequent Resident Visa
- Variation of travel conditions on a resident visa
- Transit Visa
- International student visas
- Most visitor visas