Eoi waiting time after selection new zealand

The waiting time for Expression of Interest (EOI) processing after selection in the New Zealand Resident Visa category can vary depending on several factors, including the type of visa, the complexity of the application, and the workload of Immigration New Zealand.

However, here are some general guidelines on what you can expect:

  1. Skilled Migrant Category: After being selected in the Skilled Migrant Category, you can expect to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) within 6-12 weeks. Once you receive the ITA, you have 60 days to submit your application. After submitting your application, it may take an additional 6-12 weeks for your application to be processed.
  2. Family Category: If you are selected in the Family Category, you can expect to receive an ITA within 6-12 weeks. Once you receive the ITA, you have 60 days to submit your application. After submitting your application, it may take an additional 6-12 weeks for your application to be processed.
  3. Work to Residence: If you are selected in the Work to Residence category, you can expect to receive an ITA within 6-12 weeks. Once you receive the ITA, you have 60 days to submit your application. After submitting your application, it may take an additional 6-12 weeks for your application to be processed.

Please note that these are general guidelines, and the actual processing time may vary depending on the complexity of your application and the workload of Immigration New Zealand.

It's also important to note that Immigration New Zealand may request additional information or documentation during the processing of your application, which can delay the processing time.

To track the progress of your application, you can use the Immigration New Zealand online portal or contact their customer service team.