New Zealand visa requirements for Congoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Congoleses visiting New Zealand

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a New Zealander Visa.

  • A correctly filled and signed visa application form.
  • Two passport photographs not older than 6 months.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the expiry date of the New Zealand visa. 
  • The passport must have at least 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
  • Full medical insurance. 
  • A declaration that you can cover all your medical responsibilities while in New Zealand.
  • If visiting New Zealand for more than 6 months, the applicant must provide Tuberculosis test results.
  • Certificate of good character from a police station in Congo.
  • Proof of financial capability is required. 
  • Applicants are required to submit a letter showing their status in Congo.
  • Proof of accommodation which may be in the form of hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host which confirms that they will host you during your stay. 
  • This letter should also cover the purpose and duration of your stay in New Zealand.
  • While applying, you are required to submit paid return tickets to your country of origin or ticket to a third country in case the holder is boarding a connecting flight in New Zealand.
  • If you want to travel in and out of New Zealand, you must have valid multiple entry travel conditions to return to New Zealand.
  • This visa is usually for a short stay period of 30 days and it has a validity of 90 days.

New Zealand Visa for Congoleses

Facts about New Zealand

New Zealand is a sovereign island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses—the North Island, and the South Island —and around 600 smaller islands. It has a total land area of 268,000 square kilometers.

Types of New Zealand Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Student visa 30 - 60 days Over 90 days
Transit visa 20 days 24 hours
Visitor Visa 20 - 35 days 90 days
Work visa 3 months 90 days

General Requirements for New Zealand Visa

  • A correctly filled and signed visa application form.
  • Two passport photographs not older than 6 months.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the expiry date of the New Zealand visa. 
  • The passport must have at least 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
  • Full medical insurance. 
  • A declaration that you can cover all your medical responsibilities while in New Zealand.
  • If visiting New Zealand for more than 6 months, the applicant must provide Tuberculosis test results.
  • Certificate of good character from a police station in Congo.
  • Proof of financial capability is required. 
  • Applicants are required to submit a letter showing their status in Congo.
  • Proof of accommodation which may be in the form of hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host which confirms that they will host you during your stay. 
  • This letter should also cover the purpose and duration of your stay in New Zealand.
  • While applying, you are required to submit paid return tickets to your country of origin or ticket to a third country in case the holder is boarding a connecting flight in New Zealand.
  • If you want to travel in and out of New Zealand, you must have valid multiple entry travel conditions to return to New Zealand.
  • This visa is usually for a short stay period of 30 days and it has a validity of 90 days.
New Zealand Student visa New Zealand Transit visa New Zealand Visitor Visa New Zealand Work visa

New Zealand Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to people who have the intention to study in a New Zealand institution.
  • This visa allows multiple entries into New Zealand.
  • A letter of admission from the institution with details of the course of study is required for the application of this visa.
  • This visa allows the applicant study for as long as the program takes.
  • Holders of this visa in New Zealand can work part-time for up to 20 hours per week while studying full-time.
  • Document is required from your doctor in Congo showing that you are in good medical condition.
  • Proof of funds is required to show you will be capable of taking care of your expenses during your stay in New Zealand. Ithe n case of scholarships, documents reflecting sponsorship is important for the application process.
  • You must be willing to meet all the conditions of your visa.
  • You will be required to show proof of accommodation for the entirety of your stay in New Zealand.
  • The visa is usually processed during a period of 30 - 60days.

New Zealand Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Holders of this visa can stay in a New Zealand airport while they await the flight to their final destination.
  • You are not allowed to go on visits or tour the country.
  • This visa does not allow you to take up paid employment while in the country.
  • The visa and flight ticket for your destination country is required.
  • You must have a medical report from your local doctor in Congo showing that you are in good health.
  • You must be willing to obey the rules and regulations of the country.
  • You are required to exit the country before the expiration of your visa.
  • This visa type is valid for only 24 hours.
  • It takes 20 days to process.

New Zealand Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for applicants who intend to visit New Zealand as a tourist, visit family and friends, or take a short course. 
  • This visa allows you to visit any place of interest in the country for the duration of stay.
  • This visa type allows you to visit relatives and friends.
  • You can include your partner and dependent children aged 19 and under in your visa application.
  • Applicants are not allowed to take up work with this visa.
  • With this visa, you can study for up to 3 months.
  • You must show proof that you are capable of catering for yourself in New Zealand. This proof is to show that you have at least NZ$1,000 per month, or NZ$400 per month if you have already paid for your accommodation.
  • If you are sponsored, your sponsor must provide evidence that they can look after you in New Zealand. Evidence can include recent bank statements, payslips, employment agreement, accommodation ownership or payment of rent.
  • You are required to provide proof that you have reasons to return home. 
  • Medical report from your doctor in Congo showing that you are in good health.
  • Minors are required to provide the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • The visa is usually processed for about 16 - 28 days.
  • The visa type is a multiple entry visa.
  • This visa allows a stay of up to 9 months.

New Zealand Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for people who intend to take up any form of paid employment in New Zealand.
  • The visa type of the specific kind of work you want to do will be issued to you.
  • Proof of good health conditions will be required for this visa application.
  • It is valid for non-citizens of New Zealand who are under 56 years of age.
  • You will be required to present a letter of employment which contains full detail of the job.
  • You cannot include anyone else on your application form. If your partner,  children,  parent/legal guardian or anyone else will accompany you to New Zealand, they must apply separately for the type of visa they need.
  • You should be willing to abide by all the rules of the country.
  • If you are not qualified for the job you have been offered, you will be refused entry to the country.
  • Before you can be offered a job, no New Zealander must be available to do the work.
  • Applicants of this visa must have a good command of the English language.
  • The processing time of this type of visa is usually 3 months so you are advised to send in your application 4 months to the intended travel date.
  • This visa is usually  valid for a stay of up to 3 years. Depending on how valuable your skill is, you can extend for up to 5 years.

New Zealand Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Student visa

165.00 (NZD)

Transit visa

120.00 (NZD)

Visitor Visa

165.00 (NZD)

Work visa

165.00 (NZD)

New Zealand Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Congo

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Congo does not have an Embassy of New Zealand. Congolese who wish to visit New Zealand sgould travel to the nearest country with an embassy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official currency in New Zealand?

The official currency in New Zealand is the New Zealand Dollar (NZ$) and it is used for all legal tender in the country.

Is it safe in New Zealand?

New Zealand is a very safe country to visit. However, tourists should still be at alert because of pick-pockets.

Can I drink tap water in New Zealand?

Yes, the water in New Zealand is very safe and clean for drinking although it is chlorinated.