New Zealand

Diplomatic/Official Passport Holders for official trip:

1. Passport:

a. Passports must be valid for 3 months beyond intended date of departure from New Zealand. All the applicants are required to provide a photocopy of first & last page of their passports.

b. Copy of previous passports and visas issued.

2. Visa Application Form:

 Visa Application Form duly filled and signed in English Capital Letters. Answer each question on the form and continue that question on a separate sheet if necessary. 

3. Photo:

a.Two passport size color photographs (3x4cm, white background) ) with 3 Visiting Cards.

b. 60%-80% face coverage, light background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

4. Covering-Letter:

Covering Letter from applicant including Name, Designation, Passport Number, purpose and outlining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip – travel, accommodation, expenses etc. Addressed to – “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”. Visa Category must be mentioned in the subject line.

5. Proof of Occupation:

Government Order:

This letter, commonly called the GO Letter works as a forwarding letter for government officials/service holders. It is issued from the respective government office where the visa applicant is stationed. GO Letter is duly signed and stamped according to the standard format set by government offices detailing applicant’s basic information, purpose of visit, statement on undertakings of responsibilities/funding etc.

  Note Verbal:

This letter is basically issued as a visa support letter issued from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs according to the standard format set by ministry detailing applicant’s basic information, purpose of visit, duration of the trip etc.

6. Invitation Letter: 

Invitation Letter from the Inviting Company/ Family/ Friend in New Zealand with Inviter’s address and phone number.

7. Financials:

Original copy of Bank Statement (salary)/ Personal bank statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly. (Recommended)

8. Ticket: 

Ticket Itinerary as per travel date.

9. Hotel Reservation:  

Hotel booking as per travel date

BUSINESS VISA REQUIREMENTS

1. Passport:

a. Passports must be valid for 3 months beyond intended date of departure from New Zealand. All the applicants are required to provide a photocopy of first & last page of their passports.

b. Copy of previous passports and visas issued.

2. Visa Application Form:

 Visa Application Form duly filled and signed in English Capital Letters. Answer each question on the form and continue that question on a separate sheet if necessary.

3. Photo:

a. Two passport size color photographs (3x4cm, white background) ) with 3 Visiting Cards.

b. 60%-80% face coverage, light background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

4. Covering-Letter:

Covering Letter from applicant including Name, Designation, Passport Number, purpose and outlining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip – travel, accommodation, expenses etc. Addressed to – “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”. Visa Category must be mentioned in the subject line.

5. Proof of Occupation: 

a. A letter from the office such a NOC/LOI letter on the organization’s letter-head pad stating applicant’s name, designation, passport number, purpose, duration of visit, sponsorship status etc. Addressing the– “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”.

b. Office ID card copy/ Visiting card (3 copies)

c. Trade license / Incorporation Certificate & Memorandum (for business person)

d. Salary Certificate from office

6. Invitation Letter:

a. Invitation Letter from the Inviting Company in New Zealand with Inviter’s address and phone number.

b. Inviter’s Passport Copy or Resident ID Card

7. Financials:

a. Original copy of Bank Statement (salary)/ Personal bank statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly.

b. Employer Company’s Bank Statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly. (If the trip is sponsored by the employer)

8. Ticket: 

Ticket Itinerary as per travel date.

9.  Hotel Reservation:  

Hotel booking as per travel date

Family Visit Visa Requirements

1. Passport:

a. Passports must be valid for 3 months beyond intended date of departure from New Zealand. All the applicants are required to provide a photocopy of first & last page of their passports.

b. Copy of previous passports and visas issued.

2. Visa Application Form:

 Visa Application Form duly filled and signed in English Capital Letters. Answer each question on the form and continue that question on a separate sheet if necessary.

3.  Photo:

a. Two passport size color photographs (3x4cm, white background) ) with 3 Visiting Cards.

b. 60%-80% face coverage, light background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

4. Covering-Letter:

Covering Letter from applicant including Name, Designation, Passport Number, purpose and outlining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip – travel, accommodation, expenses etc. Addressed to – “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”. Visa Category must be mentioned in the subject line.

5.  Proof of Occupation: 

a. A letter from the office such a NOC/LOI letter on the organization’s letter-head pad stating applicant’s name, designation, passport number, purpose, duration of visit, sponsorship status etc. Addressing the – “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”.

b. Office ID card copy/ Visiting card (3 copies)

c. Trade license / Incorporation Certificate & Memorandum (for business person)

d. Salary Certificate from office

6.  Invitation Letter:

a.  Invitation Letter from the Inviting  Family/ Friend in New Zealand with Inviter’s address and phone number.

b. Inviter’s Passport Copy or Resident ID Card

c. For Family visit visa, also mention if the inviter will provide the accommodation at their home. Hence, attach proof of the inviter’s home address (utility bill copy)

7. Financials:

a. Original copy of Bank Statement (salary)/ Personal bank statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly.

b. Employer Company’s Bank Statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly. (If the trip is sponsored by the employer)

8. Ticket: 

Ticket Itinerary as per travel date.

9.  Hotel Reservation:  

Hotel booking as per travel date

TOURIST VISA REQUIREMENTS

1. Passport:

a. Passports must be valid for 3 months beyond intended date of departure from New Zealand. All the applicants are required to provide a photocopy of first & last page of their passports.

b. Copy of previous passports and visas issued.

2. Visa Application Form:

 Visa Application Form duly filled and signed in English Capital Letters. Answer each question on the form and continue that question on a separate sheet if necessary.

3.   Photo:

a. Two passport size color photographs (3x4cm, white background) ) with 3 Visiting Cards.

b. 60%-80% face coverage, light background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).

4. Covering-Letter:

Covering Letter from applicant including Name, Designation, Passport Number, purpose and outlining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip – travel, accommodation, expenses etc. Addressed to – “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”. Visa Category must be mentioned in the subject line.

5. Proof of Occupation: 

a. A letter from the office such a NOC/LOI letter on the organization’s letter-head pad stating applicant’s name, designation, passport number, purpose, duration of visit, sponsorship status etc. Addressing the – “New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India”.

b. Office ID card copy/ Visiting card (3 copies)

c. Trade license / Incorporation Certificate & Memorandum (for business person)

d. Salary Certificate from office

6. Financials:

a. Original copy of Bank Statement (salary)/ Personal bank statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly.

b. Employer Company’s Bank Statement for last 6 months mentioning the Bank’s name, Bank’s Telephone Number clearly. (If the trip is sponsored by the employer)

7. Ticket: 

Ticket Itinerary as per travel date.

9. Hotel Reservation:  

Hotel booking as per travel date

10. Trip Itinerary:

Trip Itinerary with day to day travel plan.

Please note: this a basic checklist for visa documents according to the designated embassy/visa office. You may add other relevant documents based on your profile and your purpose of travel.