New Zealand Visitor Visa: Documents and Evidence Checklist

Before you begin

Whether you need a New Zealand Visitor Visa depends on citizenship, travel plans and eligibility for other travel permissions. Some travellers can use an NZeTA rather than apply for a Visitor Visa. Confirm the correct route before preparing documents.

Documents and evidence to prepare

• Passport or certificate of identity

  Prepare a valid identity or travel document and required passport photographs.

• Funds or sponsor evidence

  Provide recent financial statements, evidence of pre-paid accommodation, or qualifying sponsor details as appropriate.

• Purpose and plans for your stay

  Explain your planned activities and provide evidence that you are a genuine visitor.

• Ability to depart New Zealand

  Provide a departure ticket, evidence of funds for one or qualifying sponsor support.

• Family relationship records (if applicable)

  Include identity and relationship evidence for partners or dependent children on your application.

• Health and character records (if required)

  Chest X-ray, medical examination or police certificates may be requested depending on the circumstances.

Suggested preparation steps

1. Check whether you need a Visitor Visa or an NZeTA.
2. Read Immigration New Zealand’s current visitor requirements.
3. Collect identification, support funds and plans to depart.
4. Review any extra medical, character or dependent-family documents.

Frequently asked questions

• Does everyone visiting New Zealand need a Visitor Visa?

  No. Some travellers qualify for different travel permissions such as an NZeTA.

• Is a return ticket always the only option?

  No. Immigration New Zealand also describes evidence of funds to buy a ticket or appropriate sponsor support.

• Are medical certificates required for everybody?

  No. Whether they are needed depends on your circumstances and Immigration New Zealand’s instructions.

Official government guidance

Always consult the government website for your visa category and circumstances.

• Immigration New Zealand: Visitor Visa

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