Video – Enhancements to Immigration New Zealand’s online application system

It’s now faster and easier to apply for a visa online, and keep track of your application during processing.

Before you start, you’re told exactly what evidence you need to provide based on your visa type, your nationality and where you’re travelling from. Providing this information helps us to understand what requirements your application must meet.

New online tools help you complete your application form quickly and accurately, so we can make a decision about your application faster.  

Smart forms mean we only ask you relevant questions, based on the answers you give and the visa you’re applying for.

Then, all you need to submit your online application is a passport-style photo and a credit or debit card.

You don’t need to provide a medical certificate upfront anymore. Once you’ve submitted your application, we’ll assess whether any health evidence is required and we’ll check this against any records you might have provided to us as part of a previous application. If we need new or updated health evidence, we’ll request this from you. No more guesswork.

While you’re waiting for a decision on your application, you can check its status on your Immigration Online dashboard.

And don’t worry, we’ll send you an email notification if anything changes, or if we need more information from you.

It’s also easy to share your online application with someone else if you need a little help. Some organisations, or a friend or family member, can help you to complete the online form. Or you can get immigration advice from an immigration lawyer or licensed adviser.

And it’s not just visas. Employers can apply for accreditation and job checks using Immigration Online too. 

Online enhancements also mean multiple Immigration New Zealand case officers may be working to process your application at the same time. This will speed things up, meaning you’ll receive a decision sooner. 

To get started, visit immigration.govt.nz today.