Visa guide · updated October 2026Do Indians need a visa for New Zealand?
Indian passport holders need a Visitor Visa for New Zealand, applied for online. It costs from NZD 441, 80% of applications are decided within 2 weeks, and it allows stays of up to 6 or 9 months. Indian passports are not eligible for the NZeTA on its own.
New Zealand visa options for Indians
| Option | Who it is for | Stay and validity | Official fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Visa | Holidays, family visits and short business trips | Up to 6 months (single entry) or 9 months in an 18-month period | From NZD 441 |
New Zealand visa fees
| Option | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Visitor Visa | From NZD 441 |
NZD 441 is the starting price shown by Immigration New Zealand and includes the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy where it applies.
Documents required
The official source lists these documents:
- Passport
- Photo
- Proof of funds (NZD 1,000 per month, or NZD 400 per month with prepaid accommodation)
- Onward or return ticket
- Evidence of employment or other ties to India
How to apply
Apply online through Immigration New Zealand.
Upload your passport, photo and proof of funds: NZD 1,000 for each month of the stay, or NZD 400 a month if accommodation is already paid.
Show a ticket out of New Zealand or enough money to buy one.
The visa is issued electronically.
Processing time
80% of applications within 2 weeks.
Visa application centres in India
VFS Global accepts New Zealand visa applications at 9 centres in India. Check which centre covers your state before you book.
Visa application centres
- Ahmedabad
- Bengaluru
- Chandigarh
- Chennai
- Cochin
- Hyderabad
- Kolkata
- Mumbai
- New Delhi
AhmedabadBengaluruChandigarhChennaiCochinHyderabadKolkataMumbaiNew DelhiCentre list from VFS Global, checked on 26 October 2026. Centres open and close, so confirm before you travel to one.
Popular places to visit in New Zealand
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Frequently asked questions
Indian passport holders need a Visitor Visa for New Zealand, applied for online. It costs from NZD 441, 80% of applications are decided within 2 weeks, and it allows stays of up to 6 or 9 months. Indian passports are not eligible for the NZeTA on its own.
Visitor Visa: From NZD 441. NZD 441 is the starting price shown by Immigration New Zealand and includes the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy where it applies.
80% of applications within 2 weeks.
Apply online through Immigration New Zealand. Upload your passport, photo and proof of funds: NZD 1,000 for each month of the stay, or NZD 400 a month if accommodation is already paid. Show a ticket out of New Zealand or enough money to buy one. The visa is issued electronically.
From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 26 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 26 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.