Immigration New Zealand (external link) (INZ) is the government agency responsible for establishing New Zealand immigration policies.

In general, you will need a visa if you wish to:

• visit as a tourist (external link)
• work temporarily (external link)
• have a working holiday (external link)
• reside permanently (external link)
• study (external link)

The Immigration New Zealand (external link) website provides comprehensive information in English about visa requirements when coming to New Zealand including information on:

• Commonly asked questions (external link)
• Forms and guides (external link)
• Fees (external link)
• Doctors for immigration medicals (external link)
• Where to lodge your application (external link)
• Visa-free countries (external link)

A reminder to all New Zealanders travelling to Europe’s Schengen area that visa-free access for New Zealand passport holders intending to stay for more than 3 months in the Schengen area can be complicated. 

Before travelling you should check with your travel agent or the embassy/consulate of the countries you plan to visit to get the latest update on visa requirements.

Read more on SafeTravel’s website (external link).