New zealand visa types

New Zealand offers various types of visas to cater to different purposes and durations of stay. Here are some of the most common types of visas:

  1. Visitor Visa: Allows you to visit New Zealand for tourism, visiting family and friends, or business purposes. The duration of stay varies from 3 months to 9 months.
  2. Work Visa: For individuals who want to work in New Zealand, either temporarily or permanently. There are various types of work visas, including:
    • Essential Skills Work Visa: For skilled workers who have a job offer in New Zealand.
    • Work to Residence Visa: For workers who want to work in New Zealand for a certain period and then apply for residency.
    • International Recognition Work Visa: For workers who have a recognized qualification or experience in their field.
  3. Student Visa: For international students who want to study in New Zealand. The duration of stay varies from 3 months to 4 years.
  4. Residence Visa: For individuals who want to live in New Zealand permanently. There are various types of residence visas, including:
    • Skilled Migrant Category: For skilled workers who want to live and work in New Zealand permanently.
    • Family Category: For family members of New Zealand citizens or residents.
    • Investor Category: For individuals who want to invest in New Zealand and live there permanently.
  5. Migrant Category: For individuals who want to live and work in New Zealand permanently, but do not meet the requirements for a skilled migrant category visa.
  6. Transit Visa: For individuals who are transiting through New Zealand to another country.
  7. Refugee Visa: For individuals who are seeking asylum in New Zealand.
  8. Humanitarian Visa: For individuals who are fleeing persecution or natural disasters and need protection in New Zealand.
  9. Temporary Work (International Relations) Visa: For individuals who are working in New Zealand on a temporary basis for a specific project or event.
  10. Temporary Work (Seasonal Labour) Visa: For individuals who are working in New Zealand on a temporary basis in the horticulture or viticulture industries.
  11. Working Holiday Visa: For young travelers who want to work and holiday in New Zealand for up to 12 months.
  12. International Student Visa: For international students who want to study in New Zealand for a short period (up to 3 months).

These are just some of the most common types of visas available for New Zealand. The specific visa requirements and application process may vary depending on your individual circumstances and the purpose of your visit.