World Country Guide

Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended period of stay required by all. Some governments are not recognised by New Zealand and citizens in doubt should check with the New Zealand Immigration Service (see Contact Addresses section).

Visas
Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of countries referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months, except nationals of the UK who may stay for up to six months and nationals of Australia who may stay indefinitely;
(b) nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Bahrain, Brazil, Brunei, Chile, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep), Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Norway, Oman, Qatar, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay and Vatican City for stays of up to three months;
(c) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours, providing they hold onward or return documentation and are not leaving the airport and are not transiting to or from a South Pacific Island;
(d) nationals travelling on a UN laissez-passer for stays of up to three months.

Types of visa and cost
Visitor: £50. Transit: £65. Student: £80.

Validity
Visitor Permit: nine months in any 18 month period. This can be extended by a further three months in certain circumstances. Visitors must then remain outside New Zealand for a period of time equal to that they spent inside New Zealand, before applying for another visa.

Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy or Immigration Service at High Commission); see Contact Addresses section.

Application requirements
VisitorPermit/Transit Visa: (a) Completed application form. (b) One recent passport-size photo of each person named in the application. (c) Passport valid for three months beyond the date of departure. (d) Proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay (eg recent bank statements). (e) Onward or return ticket, or declaration by New Zealand sponsor that cost of travel back to home country will be met. (f) Fee (payable in cash or by bank/building society cheque, credit card, money order or bank draft). Student: (a)-(f) and, (i) Confirmation of placement and payment of fees at an approved educational institution.

Note
Applicants must prove themselves to be in good health (ie not suffering from ill health that may become a burden to the New Zealand health services) and of good character (by providing a police certificate showing a good record. Those applying for a visa may also be asked to undergo an interview and/or a medical examination prior to travel, or by the Immigration Officer at port of entry.

Working days required
Two weeks, but this may vary depending on type of visa required and nationality of the applicant.

Temporary residence
Enquire at the nearest New Zealand High Commission or Immigration Service for details.