New Zealand immigration authority grants approval on the basis of documents provided by each applicant. So for smooth processing, one must make sure to hand over all the required documents as requested by immigration authorities of New Zealand. Following are the different New Zealand visa processing times for different categories.
Temporary Visa Applications
The time as stated below may vary if an applicant fails to provide complete set of documents or if the immigration department requests for more information.
This time excludes weekends and public holidays.
New Zealand Visitor Visa: If an applicant applies through online mode, it may take 20 days. On the other hand, paper application takes up to 25 working days.
Student Visa: Expected duration to get an approval through online mode of application is 20 days and in case of paper application, it’s 25 days.
Work Visa: Time taken to process work visa application through online mode is 23 days. However, just like above, paper application takes 25 working days.
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Resident Visa Applications
To promote economic growth, New Zealand offers residency to people having qualifications in required areas. Depending on the type of application and category, New Zealand visa processing times may vary but in most cases it is as listed below.
Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa: 6 months.
Partnership Resident Visa: 4 months
Dependent Child Resident Visa: 3 months
Parent Resident Visa: 7 months
Investor Visas: 10 months
Residence From Work Visas: 3 months
- Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa
- Talent (Arts, Culture and Sports) Resident Visa
- Long Term Skills Shortage List Resident Visa
Other :6 months