Does New Zealand issue visa now?
I’m from Nigeria, do I need a visa to enter New Zealand? Yes, you need a visa to enter New Zealand. You can only apply for this document in an embassy, at least for now.
Is New Zealand processing offshore visas?
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is to resume processing all offshore residence applications ahead of the border gradually reopening next year. As a result of the border restrictions imposed last year because of COVID-19 processing of most visa applications offshore was halted.
How long does New Zealand visa take?
Residence visas
| Visa | 50\% of applications completed within: | 75\% of applications completed within: |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent Resident Visa | 58 days | 85 days |
| Skilled Migrant | 24 months | 26 months |
| Transfer of visa to new passport | 2 days | 5 days |
| Variation of travel conditions on a resident visa | 7 days | 18 days |
How can I check my visa status for New Zealand?
This service allows users to register and verify the details of current New Zealand visas. Users need to get authorisation from visa holders first….Visa Verification Service
- (09) 969 1458 from within the Auckland toll-free calling area.
- (04) 910 9916 from Wellington.
- 0508 967 569 from the rest of New Zealand.
How long does a temporary visa last?
The amount of time that a visitor on a B-1 or B-2 visa can stay in the United States is determined by the U.S. official at the port of entry but the maximum is 6 months.
Why is it taking so long to get a New Zealand visa?
The New Zealand government has implemented strong border restrictions to keep the number of outbreaks as low as possible. This situation is expected to cause further delays in visa processing times for the following weeks, but we remain upfront and transparent in promising only what we can deliver.
Why is visitorvisa processing still on hold in New Zealand?
Visa processing for most applicants outside of New Zealand is still on hold. This is because people who are not New Zealand citizens or residents are unlikely to meet the current entry requirements.
Which visa categories are affected by the current visa processing delays?
The visa categories affected are: some Visitor visas. We are making decisions for most other visa types within timeframes set with government. This includes most Visitor visas and low risk Student visas. There are many factors driving these processing delays.
What is Immigration New Zealand doing during lockdown?
Immigration New Zealand is operating under Alert Level 4 lockdown requirements, this means our offices are currently closed. Visa processing timeframes will be impacted. Visa processing for most applicants outside of New Zealand is still on hold.