New Zealand — Milford Sound, Queenstown, Hobbiton
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New Zealand Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need a New Zealand Visitor Visa, applied for online with Immigration New Zealand. The NZeTA is not available to Indian passport holders (except Australian permanent residents).

Entry for IndiansVisa Required (online)
ProcessingTypically 3 – 6 weeks
Permitted stayUp to 9 months in any 18-month period
AppointmentNot required
CapitalWellington
CurrencyNew Zealand Dollar (NZD)
LanguageEnglish, Māori
Best time to visitDecember to February

New Zealand Visa Options & Document Checklist

New Zealand Visitor Visa

Apply online with Immigration New Zealand

ProcessingTypically 3 – 6 weeks
ValidityAs granted (single or multiple entry)
StayUp to 9 months in any 18-month period

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. All previous passports (if any), including earlier visas and travel history
  3. Digital photograph
  4. Bank statements for the last 6 months (NZ requires proof of about NZD 1,000 per month of stay, or a sponsor)
  5. Income Tax Return acknowledgements (ITR-V) for the last 3 assessment years, or Form 16
  6. Proof of occupation — Employed: employer NOC / leave approval and last 3 months' salary slips; Self-employed: GST / Udyam / company registration; Students: bonafide certificate or NOC; Retired: pension proof
  7. Return ticket / reservation
  8. Accommodation and itinerary details
  9. Invitation letter and sponsor documents (if visiting family / friends)

New Zealand Business Visitor Visa

Apply online with Immigration New Zealand

ProcessingTypically 3 – 6 weeks
ValidityAs granted
StayAs granted

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Digital photograph
  3. Invitation letter from the host company in New Zealand on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  4. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses
  5. Indian company registration proof (Certificate of Incorporation / GST registration) and last 6 months' company bank statement
  6. Personal bank statements for the last 6 months, signed & stamped by the bank, showing sufficient funds for the trip
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Immigration New Zealand. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About New Zealand

New Zealand is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Wellington and a well-connected network of cities including Auckland, Queenstown, Wellington. The best time to visit is December to February, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Milford Sound and Queenstown.

Top attractions

Milford SoundQueenstownHobbitonRotorua

Top cities

AucklandQueenstownWellington
FAQs

New Zealand Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders need a New Zealand Visitor Visa, applied for online with Immigration New Zealand. The NZeTA is not available to Indian passport holders (except Australian permanent residents).
Processing is typically typically 3 – 6 weeks. Validity: As granted (single or multiple entry). Permitted stay: Up to 9 months in any 18-month period.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); All previous passports (if any), including earlier visas and travel history; Digital photograph; Bank statements for the last 6 months (NZ requires proof of about NZD 1,000 per month of stay, or a sponsor); Income Tax Return acknowledgements (ITR-V) for the last 3 assessment years, or Form 16. See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of New Zealand. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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