New Zealand eVisa for Indian Passport Holders

Visa overview

Approx. total fee

~NZD 280+≈ US$157+ · ₹15,210+Government visa fee + our service charge; indicative

Processing time

Variable

Typical stay / validity

Visa-specific

Visa type

eVisa / Online Visa

Entry type

Not specifiedConfirm on the official portal

Eligibility

Indian ordinary passport holdersAvailability does not guarantee approval

About the New Zealand visa

New Zealand offers Queenstown's adventure sports, Milford Sound, the geothermal parks of Rotorua, Hobbiton and Auckland's harbours. Indian passport holders need a Visitor visa, which is applied for online and issued as an eVisa.

The Visitor visa usually allows stays of up to 9 months in an 18-month period, as granted. The fee includes the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL), which funds conservation and tourism.

New Zealand visa types for Indians

Visa options, stays and fees are set by New Zealand immigration and can change. We confirm the current options when you enquire.

Who can apply

• You hold an Indian ordinary passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you plan to leave New Zealand, with at least two blank pages.
• Your visit is short-term, such as tourism, a family visit or business meetings. Work, study and residence in New Zealand need a different visa.

Accommodation requirement

May be requested

May be requested; accommodation/travel plans

Accommodation proof or details may be asked for during the application or at entry.

Required documents

• Passport: Clear colour scan of the bio-data page of your Indian passport, valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you plan to leave New Zealand.
• Photograph: Recent passport-size colour photo on a plain white background, as a digital file.
• Flights: Confirmed return or onward ticket showing your dates into and out of New Zealand.
• Accommodation: Hotel booking, tour voucher or your host's address and contact details in New Zealand.
• Financial documents: Bank statements, income tax returns and salary slips showing you can fund the trip.
• Employment proof: Leave approval or no-objection letter from your employer, or business documents if self-employed.
• Invitation (if visiting family): Letter from your host in New Zealand with proof of their status.

How to apply

Processing time

• Typical time: Varies by visa type, season and the completeness of your file
• Note: Processing varies, often a few weeks, and is slower in the peak season.
• Plan ahead: Apply 6–8 weeks before travel, and earlier for December–February trips.

Before you travel

• New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules. Declare all food, plant and outdoor equipment on arrival.
• The eVisa is linked to your passport. Carry a printed copy of the visa letter.
• The New Zealand dollar is the local currency. Cards are widely accepted.
• Keep a printed copy of your approval and a digital copy on your phone. Airlines often check it at check-in for flights to New Zealand.
• Travel insurance with medical cover is strongly recommended for every trip to New Zealand.

Important notes

• Fees and processing times are indicative and can change.
• eVisa availability does not guarantee approval. The decision rests with the authorities of New Zealand.
• Requirements can change, so verify on the official immigration or visa portal before payment or travel.
• VisaAdvisory is an independent assistance service and is not affiliated with any government or embassy.