Does new zealand stam tourist visa on passport
New Zealand does not stamp tourist visas on passports. Instead, they use an electronic visa system, which is known as a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA).
When you apply for an NZeTA, you'll receive an email with a unique reference number, which you can use to travel to New Zealand. The NZeTA is linked to your passport, but it's not physically stamped on your passport.
Here are some key points to note:
- No physical stamp: Your passport won't be physically stamped with a visa when you arrive in New Zealand.
- Electronic visa: The NZeTA is an electronic visa that's stored in the New Zealand Immigration's database.
- Linked to your passport: The NZeTA is linked to your passport number, so you'll need to use the same passport when traveling to New Zealand.
- Valid for multiple entries: The NZeTA is valid for multiple entries to New Zealand, so you can enter and exit the country as many times as you like during its validity period.
- Duration: The NZeTA is usually valid for 9 months, but it can be valid for up to 2 years for some nationalities.
To apply for an NZeTA, you'll need to meet the eligibility criteria, which includes:
- Being a citizen of a country that's eligible for an NZeTA
- Having a valid passport
- Meeting the requirements for your intended stay in New Zealand (e.g., tourism, visiting family and friends, business)
You can apply for an NZeTA online through the New Zealand Immigration website or through a licensed immigration adviser.