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How to get a New Zealand visa from Philippines

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to New Zealand.

Visa types & fees

4 visa options for travelling to New Zealand.

Business visa

Processing time15 days
Validity3 months
Fee (approx.)$35

Student visa

Processing time15 days
ValidityDepends on the course of study

Tourist visa

Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$35

Work visa

Processing time1-3 months
Validity12 months

Application requirements

Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.

  • Valid passport with at least 6 months validity at the time of arrival in New Zealand and old passport, if any
  • Two recent photographs of 35mm x 45mm, with white background
  • Visa application forms and a cover letter demonstrating the purpose of the visit.
  • Round trip itinerary along with air tickets
  • Bank statements of the last 6 months and International credit card copies with statements
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • A completely filled visa application form by the applicant
  • Flight itinerary
  • Health insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds to finance stay in New Zealand
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations

Visa type details

Business visa

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to New Zealand for business-related activity.
  • A valid passport with a minimum of six months beyond your stay in New Zealand
  • Two passport photographs with a white background
  • A letter of invitation from the company
  • Holders of this visa can attend conferences, exhibitions and sign contracts.
  • Payment of visa fees
  • Flight Itinerary
  • No form of illegal business. The penalty will be life imprisonment
  • Travel itinerary
  • Proof of accommodation

Student visa

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to study in New Zealand
  • Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your period of stay in New Zealand
  • Completed student visa application form filled by the applicant
  • Payment of visa fees
  • An offer of a place, You need to have an offer of a place from a New Zealand institute/university. The forms are usually issued after the tuition fees have been received
  • Letter from your current institution confirming status as a study abroad student
  • Health insurance receipt
  • You may be required to show Health and Character certificates, to prove that your intention of staying in New Zealand is genuine
  • Two passport-sized photographs with a white background
  • Proof of transcripts from previous schools.
  • Enrollment at an educational course (school/university/language course / etc.), or other institution in Monaco
  • No objection letter by the educational institution where the visa applicant is currently enrolled (if applicable)

Tourist visa

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to New Zealand for sightseeing/tourism
  • Valid passport with at least 6 months validity at the time of arrival in New Zealand and old passport, if any
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Two recent photographs of 35mm x 45mm, with white background
  • Visa application forms and a cover letter demonstrating the purpose of the visit.
  • Round trip itinerary along with air tickets
  • Payment of visa fees
  • A letter of invitation from the host
  • Bank statements of the last 6 months and International Credit card copies with statements
  • For Employees, you need to submit job confirmation letter along with salary slips of last three months and original leave letter from the organization

Work visa

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to New Zealand for employment reasons
  • Proof of identity (passport or certificate of identity and two acceptable visa photographs)
  • Proof of good health (completed health questionnaire and chest x-ray and a medical examination after arrival)
  • Proof of good character (completed character questionnaire, Police Certificates from your country of origin and any country where you have lived at least five years since)
  • The applicant ID card
  • Professional qualifications are required
  • Your curriculum vitae should be provided
  • A letter of employment from the organization in New Zealand
  • Flight itinerary
  • Duly accomplished visa application form
  • Proof that you are qualified for the job title
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Sufficient funds to finance travel

Where to apply

New Zealand embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.

Manila

Address35th Floor Zuellig Building Makati Avenue corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City 1225 Manila, Philippines..
Phone+63 2 823 43800
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Frequently asked questions

What is the criteria to immigrate to New Zealand

To be eligible for immigration to New Zealand as a skilled migrant you must meet the basic visa requirements. You, or your family, must meet all health, character, and English ability requirements.

What are the benefits of living in New Zealand

The benefits of living in New Zealand are cheaper rent, a quieter life, less pressure, financially better off, better and easier banking and better work/life balance.

What is the culture like in New Zealand

The culture of New Zealand is essentially a Western culture influenced by the unique environment and geographic isolation of the islands, and the cultural input of the indigenous Māori people and the various waves of multi-ethnic migration which followed the British colonization of New Zealand.

How do you greet someone in New Zealand

“Kia ora” (key-or-rah) is a polite greeting for “hello” and “thank you”, and can also be a form of acknowledgment. Māori ritually greets each other with the hongi.
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Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest New Zealand visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.