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How to apply for your New Zealand visa with a passport from Pakistan

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, determine whether you need the New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZ ETA), a New Zealand Travel Declaration, a New Zealand Visitor Visa, a New Zealand Embassy Registration, or another New Zealand visa or document, pay securely, and upload your documents. You can save your progress and come back anytime. We'll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

We review your application

The New Zealand visa system can be complicated for Pakistani citizens, but don't worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays.

We submit it for government processing

We’re not the New Zealand government, but we review your application for accuracy and submit it directly to them. If anything goes wrong, we’re here 24/7 to help resolve it – no long wait times, no confusing forms, just expert support from start to finish.

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We’ll email your approved New Zealand document and let you know how to use it for your trip from Pakistan to New Zealand.

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New Zealander visa policy for Pakistani citizens

Pakistani citizens do not enjoy visa-free access to New Zealand and will require travel documents for any visit, regardless of purpose or length of stay. Some of these travel documents can be applied for online, but others will require a visit to your nearest embassy or consulate.

iVisa offers one New Zealand entry document for Pakistan travelers:

New Zealand Visitor Visa: This document allows Pakistani citizens to enter New Zealand for short-term purposes (tourism, business, familial matters). It is a multiple-entry document valid for 1 year from the date of issue, and it allows stays of up to 180 days in New Zealand.

General New Zealand visa requirements for Pakistani travelers are:

Pakistani passport valid for at least six months
Passport-size photo
Confirmed round-trip flight ticket and accommodation reservation
Cover letter stating purpose and itinerary
Bank statements (recent 3 months)
Business of invitation letter (if applicable)
Proof of residence (if applicable)
Work absence approval letter (If applicable)

New Zealander visas we offer for Pakistani citizens

New Zealand Visitor Visa

Prices starting from $199.99

Valid for 1 year after issued

Multiple entry

Stay up to 180 days per entry

Fast facts

Interview needed?

On a case-by-case basis (may be requested by the government)

When to apply?

At least 2 months in advance

Documents required upon arrival?

Valid Pakistan passport (6+ months validity), confirmed return or onward ticket, visa

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FAQs

Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Pakistani citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to New Zealand for any purpose.

New Zealand Visitor Visa This visa allows stays of up to nine months for tourism, visiting family, or short-term study. Applicants must apply online, prove they have sufficient funds (at least NZD 1,000 per month), and provide a return ticket to Pakistan. It does not permit any form of employment.

Other Relevant Visas The Accredited Employer Work Visa is for those with a job offer from a certified New Zealand company. The Fee-Paying Student Visa is required for full-time courses exceeding three months. The Business Visitor Visa facilitates short trips for meetings or conferences without entering the local labor market.

What is the processing time of a New Zealand visa for Pakistan applicants?

New Zealand visa processing times vary significantly by category, with complex applications or peak seasons (October to March) often extending the wait.

For the New Zealand Visitor Visa, most applications are currently finalized within three weeks, though half are typically decided in about 1.5 weeks. The Business Visitor Visa is much faster, often taking only 4 to 14 days, while the Accredited Employer Work Visa usually ranges from 3 to 7 weeks. Student Visas generally require 4 to 8 weeks, leading Immigration New Zealand to recommend applying at least three months before your course starts to avoid delays.

How long can Pakistani nationals stay in New Zealand?

Pakistani nationals can typically stay in New Zealand for up to six or nine months on a Visitor Visa within an 18-month period. While most visitor visas are granted for a specific duration based on your travel plans, the absolute maximum stay permitted for general visitors is nine months.

If you wish to visit for business purposes, the Business Visitor Visa allows for shorter stays of up to three months in a single year. Once you have reached the maximum 12-month total stay on a visitor visa (which may include extensions), you are generally required to remain outside of New Zealand for a further 12 months before applying for another visitor visa.

Do Pakistani citizens need a visa when transiting through New Zealand?

Yes, Pakistani citizens generally require a Transit Visa to pass through New Zealand, even if they remain in the transit area of Auckland International Airport for less than 24 hours. Pakistan is not on the list of transit visa waiver countries, so you must obtain this visa before your journey begins.

However, there is an exception: if you are transiting specifically to or from Australia and hold a valid Australian visa, you can apply for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) instead, which is typically faster and cheaper than a full Transit Visa. If your transit involves any airport other than Auckland, or if you need to collect your luggage and clear immigration, you will need a standard Visitor Visa regardless of your destination.

[collapse-start]Can Pakistani nationals extend their stay in New Zealand? No. While you cannot technically \"extend\"" an existing visa