New Zealand visa resources
Checking your eligibility
Eligibility depends on your nationality, purpose of travel and the specific visa - always confirm with Immigration New Zealand's official visa tools.
Important
Which visa or travel authority you need depends on your nationality, how long you want to stay and what you want to do - visit, work, study or live in New Zealand. Visa-waiver nationals often use an NZeTA for short visits, while others need a Visitor Visa.
Immigration New Zealand provides an official tool to check whether you need a visa or an NZeTA, and each visa page lists its own eligibility criteria. Requirements can differ by nationality and change over time, so confirm against the official pages before you apply.
Next steps
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.