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Requirements to obtain VISA to enter New Zealand
Passport Information
U.S. Passport or passport of any other nationality, must have at least 6 months remaining validity from the day of entry into the country for which VISA has been applied for. If validity is less than 6 months ETS will renew your passport (Fee's apply).
U.S. Passport or passport of any other nationality, must have at least 6 months remaining validity from the day of entry into the country for which VISA has been applied for. If validity is less than 6 months ETS will renew your passport (Fee's apply).
New Zealand and the USA have a Visa Waiver Agreement, a US passport holder:
- with return air tickets, or holding a valid onwards ticket to a country the traveler has a right to enter,
- who has a passport valid for three months beyond the date you are leaving NZ,
- who has proof of sufficient funds for the duration of the visit, and
- is only wishing to visit for the time granted on arrival,
may visit New Zealand for tourism purposes for up to three months without a visa. (If the intention is to stay longer, the traveler should apply for a visitor’s visa.)
Visa requirements for non-U.S. citizens.
New Zealand Tourist Visa
- Passport must be valid three months beyond the intended date of departure from New Zealand
- Completed visitor's visa application signed and dated by the applicant.
- A recent passport sizephotograph with applicants name printed on the back of it.
- Evidence of funds. This can be in the form of travelers' cheques, bank draft, letter of credit from a bank, a recent bank statement or credit card statement ( American Express, Visa, Mastercard) showing available credit. Original statement plus one copy required
- If returning to the U.S, applicants must produce evidence of their right of entry, ie either a valid visa or a notarised copy of both sides of their alien registration card.
- Onward/return tickets or confirmed itinerary
- ETS Order form Click Here
Please note:
Written consent from both parents when child is unaccompanied or written consent from other parent when child is travelling with one parent only, or a custody agreement is in effect. In both cases, the original or certified true copy of the child's full birth certificate is required .
New Zealand Business Visa
- Passport must be valid three months beyond the intended date of departure from New Zealand
- Completed visa application form signed and dated by the applicant.
- A recent passport sizephotograph with applicants name printed on the back of it.
- Evidence of funds. This can be in the form of travelers' cheques, bank draft, letter of credit from a bank, a recent bank statement or credit card statement ( American Express, Visa, Mastercard) showing available credit. Original statement plus one copy required
- If returning to the U.S, applicants must produce evidence of their right of entry, ie either a valid visa or a notarised copy of both sides of their alien registration card.
- A letter from the company in the U.S. explaining the purpose and duration of the trip
- A letter of invitation from the host company in New Zealand
- Onward/return tickets or confirmed itinerary
Other Information
- Please call ETS for latest updates and questions.
Please note: The embassy/consulate may request additional paperwork as deemed necessary
Online Forms
- Application form - Click Here
Processing Instructions
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Please forward the completed requirements as detailed above to:
Express Travel Services
5945 Pacific Center Blvd, Suite 510
San Diego, CA 92121
Toll Free: 1-866-376-1125
Fax Number: 1-858-225-0786
Email: info@etsonweb.com
Your application will be sent in to the Embassy.
Fees for Express Travel Services
- $50.00 - Per visa/non-rush
- $75.00 - Rush
- $150 - Expedite
Consular Fees
- Please contact ETS for fees.
Return Postage
- $14 Courier Service 2nd Business Day
- $20 Courier Service (Priority Overnight)
- $40 Courier Service (Saturday Delivery)
- $55.00 Courier service (First Overnight)
We use only Fedex services
Please note: Fed-ex charges may vary by location.
For Further Information Contact
Consulate of New Zealand
2425 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 600E
Santa Monica, California 90404
(310) 566-6555
http://www.nzcgla.com
2425 Olympic Boulevard, Suite 600E
Santa Monica, California 90404
(310) 566-6555
http://www.nzcgla.com













