415/34, Off High Level Road, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
New Zealand’s Visitor Visa allows foreign nationals to enter the country for a short-term stay for tourism, family visits, business meetings, medical treatment, or short study.
Whether you're coming to enjoy the country’s natural beauty, visit loved ones, or attend professional events, the Visitor Visa gives you the flexibility you need.
The New Zealand Visitor Visa covers multiple short-term purposes:
| Purpose | Stay Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tourism or Family Visit | Up to 9 months | Usually granted in 3-month blocks |
| Business or Medical Visit | Up to 3 months | Must not engage in paid work |
| Short Course Study | Up to 3 months | Must be part of the Visitor Visa scope |
Multiple Entry Option: You may request multiple entry for travel flexibility during the visa validity period.
You need a Visitor Visa if you are not from a visa-waiver country (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, China, Philippines, etc.).
If you are from a visa-waiver country (e.g., USA, UK, Malaysia, Germany), you can travel without a visa but must apply for an NZeTA before travel.
| Type of Application | Fee (NZD) | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Visitor Visa (outside NZ) | $211 | 15 to 30 working days |
| NZeTA (for visa-waiver countries) | $23 (app) / $17 (mobile) + $35 IVL | 10 minutes (online) |
| Paper-based Visa (manual) | $246 | 25–40 working days |
IVL – International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy of NZD $35 is included in most applications and supports infrastructure and environment protection.
