Requirements to obtain VISA to enter New Zealand

Passport Information

U.S. Passport or passport of any other nationality, musthave 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
1 visa application form, completed and signed – Click Here.
A recent passport size colored photograph 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
1 visa application form, completed and signed – Click Here.
A recent passport size colored photograph with applicants name printed on the back of it.
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 and showing financial guarantee
A letter of invitation from the host company in New Zealand
Onward/return tickets or confirmed itinerary
ETS Order form Click Here

Other Information

Please call ETS for latest updates and questions.

Please note: The embassy/consulate may request additional paperwork as deemed necessary

Processing Instructions

Please forward the completed requirements as detailed above to:

Express Travel Services

5755 Oberlin Drive, Suite 301
San Diego, CA 92121
Toll Free : 1-866-376-1125
info@etsonweb.com

Your application will be sent in to the Embassy.

Fees for Express Travel Services

$99.00 (8-10 business days)

Consular Fees

Please contact ETS for fees.

These fees are subject to change at any time by the Embassy.

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