New Zealand visa for Indian passport holders
Indian passport holders need a full visitor visa, not an NZeTA. Expect a long processing window and a case officer who reads the financial file closely.
- Package from
- βΉ21,900
- Processing
- Commonly 4β10 weeks
- Permitted stay
- Up to 9 months
- Visa type
- Visitor visa, online application
How the New Zealand visa works
New Zealand's visa waiver and the NZeTA cover a list of countries that does not include India, so Indian passport holders apply for a full visitor visa online through Immigration New Zealand. It allows stays of up to nine months in an eighteen-month period, and multiple entry visas are issued to applicants with a solid profile. Processing is slower than Australia and the assessment is document-driven, with the bona fide applicant test at its centre β funds, ties and credibility of the stated purpose.
Issuing authority: Immigration New Zealand
Where New Zealand applications go wrong
The NZeTA does not apply to Indian passports
Travellers see the NZeTA marketed as a quick electronic authority and assume it covers them. It applies only to visa-waiver nationals and to transit passengers from eligible countries.
Funds must be shown per person, per week
Immigration New Zealand expects roughly a set amount per person per week of stay, or a lower figure where accommodation is prepaid. Applications that show total funds without relating them to the trip length are queried.
Medical and character requirements for longer stays
Stays beyond six months attract chest x-ray and medical certificate requirements, and any criminal record must be declared with the relevant documents.
Visa types
Visitor visa
Up to nine months in an eighteen-month period, for tourism and visiting family.
Multiple entry visitor visa
Issued to eligible applicants for repeat visits within the visa validity.
Business visitor visa
For meetings, conferences and negotiations, with company and host documentation.
Transit visa
Required for Indian passport holders transiting through Auckland where they pass through immigration control.
Documents required
Core documents
- βPassport valid at least 3 months beyond departure from New Zealand
- βOnline application with a compliant digital photograph
- βTravel itinerary, flight plan and accommodation bookings
- βCover letter explaining purpose, funding and return intent
Financial and employment proof
- βBank statements for the last 6 months showing sufficient funds for the stay
- βIncome Tax Returns for the last 3 years
- βEmployment letter with leave approval or business registration
- βSponsorship documents where a New Zealand resident is supporting the visit
For longer stays
- βChest x-ray certificate where the stay exceeds six months
- βFull medical certificate where required by the length of stay
- βPolice clearance certificate where requested
The process, step by step
- 1
Funds assessment
We calculate the funds expected for your stay length and party size, and confirm your statements demonstrate them clearly.
- 2
Online lodgement
The application is filed with Immigration New Zealand along with a complete evidence bundle and cover letter.
- 3
Medicals if required
Where the stay length triggers x-ray or medical requirements, we coordinate the panel physician appointment.
- 4
Decision
The visa is granted electronically. Processing commonly takes four to ten weeks, so applications should be filed well ahead of travel.
New Zealand visa cost
| Package | Processing | Stay | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa | Commonly 4β10 weeks | Up to 9 months | βΉ21,900 |
| Business visitor visa | Commonly 4β10 weeks | Up to 3 months | βΉ23,900 |
| Family of 4Per applicant | Commonly 4β10 weeks | Up to 9 months | βΉ19,900 |
Included: Immigration New Zealand application fee and levy, online lodgement, cover letter, evidence preparation and tracking.
Prices are starting packages for a single standard applicant and change with visa type, stay length, express processing and group size. Government fees are set by the issuing authority and can change without notice. You receive a fixed written quote before any payment.
New Zealand visa questions
Can Indians travel to New Zealand on an NZeTA?οΌ
No. The NZeTA is for visa-waiver nationals. Indian passport holders need a visitor visa, and a transit visa where they pass through immigration control in Auckland.
How much money should I show?οΌ
Immigration New Zealand publishes an expected amount per person per week of stay, with a lower figure where accommodation is prepaid. We calculate it for your exact itinerary.
Do I need a medical?οΌ
Stays of more than six months trigger x-ray and medical certificate requirements. Shorter visits usually do not, unless your history calls for it.
Is the visa a sticker or electronic?οΌ
Visitor visas are granted electronically and linked to your passport. You carry the grant notification, and there is no label in the passport.
Official source
Rules, fees and processing times change. Always confirm the current requirements with the issuing authority before you travel.
Immigration New Zealand β Visitor visa βOther Oceania destinations
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