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NDTV
3 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Want To Live And Work In New Zealand? A Visitor Visa Can Help You Do That For Rs 22,000
If you've ever dreamt of working remotely with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains or a quiet lake surrounded by sheep, New Zealand may now be your next workstation. While there's no official "digital nomad" visa, recent updates to the country's visitor visa make it possible for remote workers to live temporarily in New Zealand - without switching jobs. What You Should Know New Zealand has recently confirmed that remote work is permitted under its existing visitor visa - provided you're working for an overseas employer or client. That means freelancers, tech professionals, consultants, and creators who are earning from outside New Zealand can continue working during their stay. The Dos And Don'ts You must not work for a New Zealand-based employer You cannot provide goods or services to clients or businesses based in New Zealand Your reason for visiting should still be tourism, visiting friends or family, or short-term personal travel You may continue your remote work only as a secondary activity, not the main reason for your visit Length of stay allowed Depending on your visa type: * You can stay up to 6 months with a multiple-entry visa * Or up to 9 months with a single-entry visa * You can also study for up to 3 months during your visit If you're from a visa-waiver country, you may not need a full visa, just an NZeTA - which is cheaper and faster to get. How To Apply For A Visitor Visa To New Zealand The process is straightforward and can be done online through the Immigration New Zealand website. Here's what you'll need to apply: 1. Valid passport 2. Proof of onward travel - such as return tickets or a full itinerary 3. Proof of funds - You must show you have at least NZD 1,000 per month (approx. Rs 51,400), or NZD 400 (Rs 20,560) per month if your accommodation is already paid for 4. Completed online application form 5. Health and character checks Medical certificates might be needed if you plan to stay longer than six months 6. Pay the required visa fee and tourism levy Visitor visa price in Indian Rupees (as of July 2025) * Standard visitor visa application fee: Rs 22,655 * International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL): NZD 100: Rs 5,140 * Total (visa + levy): approx. Rs 27,795 If you're from a visa waiver country: * NZeTA (app fee): Rs 874 * NZeTA (website fee): Rs 1,182 * IVL included: Rs 5,140 * Total (NZeTA + IVL): Rs 6,014 to Rs 6,322 Documents are submitted online, and most applications are processed in 2 to 3.5 weeks. Indian passport holders must apply for the visitor visa (not NZeTA), while travellers from countries like the US, UK, Singapore or Germany may be eligible for the NZeTA route. Conditions Once You're In New Zealand * Remote work is permitted but cannot be your main reason for visiting * No local employment or providing services to New Zealand-based clients * You can travel in and out of the country during the visa's validity (if you have a multiple-entry visa) * You must hold enough funds to support yourself throughout the stay * You can take short-term courses for up to 3 months New Zealand is increasingly targeting high-value, skilled tourists - including digital nomads who spend more and stay longer. By allowing remote work within limits, they're encouraging global talent to explore the country without competing in the local job market. Bottom Line You don't need a fancy new visa to work remotely from New Zealand. All it takes is a visitor visa, a few documents, and around Rs 22,000 to Rs 27,000. You'll be free to explore the country's landscapes - and meet your deadlines - all in one trip.
Otago Daily Times
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
Nearly 300 visa applications in past month
Photo: RNZ Immigration New Zealand has received nearly 300 offshore visa applications from Israeli, Palestinian and Iranian nationals since 1 June 2025. It follows the most recent armed conflict between Israel and Iran, which started on 13 June when Israel launched an air attack on Iranian nuclear facilities and killed top military commanders. In a statement to RNZ, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) said the government agency "understands the difficult situation this crisis is causing for many and has great sympathy for those separated from their loved ones during this stressful time". INZ acting director visa Marcelle Foley said 277 offshore visa applications from Israelis, Palestinians and Iranians had been made across all visa categories since the start of last month. The vast majority were Iranian nationals. "230 visa applications were submitted from Iranian nationals," Foley said. "Of those, 93 have been approved and seven declined. The remaining applications are either still under assessment or have been withdrawn. "Forty-one applications were submitted by Israeli nationals. Twenty-four have been approved, one was declined, and the remainder are still being processed. "Six applications were submitted from Palestinian nationals, with two approved and the rest currently under assessment." INZ also revealed that since 7 October 2023, a total of 8634 New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) applications have been granted to Israeli nationals. "Israel is a visa waiver country. This means Israeli citizens visiting New Zealand temporarily do not need to apply for a visitor visa but must obtain a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)," said Marcelle Foley, Acting Director Visa.
Otago Daily Times
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
Almost 300 visa applications in past month
Photo: RNZ Immigration New Zealand has received nearly 300 offshore visa applications from Israeli, Palestinian and Iranian nationals since 1 June 2025. It follows the most recent armed conflict between Israel and Iran, which started on 13 June when Israel launched an air attack on Iranian nuclear facilities and killed top military commanders. In a statement to RNZ, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) said the government agency "understands the difficult situation this crisis is causing for many and has great sympathy for those separated from their loved ones during this stressful time". INZ acting director visa Marcelle Foley said 277 offshore visa applications from Israelis, Palestinians and Iranians had been made across all visa categories since the start of last month. The vast majority were Iranian nationals. "230 visa applications were submitted from Iranian nationals," Foley said. "Of those, 93 have been approved and seven declined. The remaining applications are either still under assessment or have been withdrawn. "Forty-one applications were submitted by Israeli nationals. Twenty-four have been approved, one was declined, and the remainder are still being processed. "Six applications were submitted from Palestinian nationals, with two approved and the rest currently under assessment." INZ also revealed that since 7 October 2023, a total of 8634 New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) applications have been granted to Israeli nationals. "Israel is a visa waiver country. This means Israeli citizens visiting New Zealand temporarily do not need to apply for a visitor visa but must obtain a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)," said Marcelle Foley, Acting Director Visa.
Scoop
19-06-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Luxon Wraps Up Successful Shanghai Visit
Rt Hon Christopher Luxon Prime Minister Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has concluded the successful Shanghai leg of his official visit to China, accompanied by Ministers Louise Upston and Mark Mitchell and a delegation of senior New Zealand business leaders from across the food and beverage, health and wellbeing, education, and tourism sectors. 'Our bilateral trade relationship with China is one of our most important, with two-way trade exceeding NZ$39 billion in the year ending March 2025. 'This relationship accounts for more than 20 per cent of New Zealand's total goods and services exports,' Mr Luxon says. 'It's been great to see $400 million of commercial agreements signed today between New Zealand businesses and their Chinese partners. This is a clear sign of the strength and momentum in our trade relationship. 'We also announced we would be making it easier for Chinese nationals to transit via New Zealand by removing the need to get a transit visa, instead being able to get a New Zealanders Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA), significantly cutting costs and time for visitors. 'This resulted in one of the major announcements in Shanghai, that China Eastern Airlines was launching twice weekly flights to South America via Auckland.' Mr Luxon participated in a tourism livestream event watched by over 10 million people, to promote New Zealand travel offerings. 'New Zealand welcomed 248,000 visitors from China in the past year, with holiday arrivals up 31 per cent. We've made recent changes to visa settings to make it easier for Chinese visitors to enjoy New Zealand's natural beauty and warm hospitality,' Mr Luxon says. Mr Luxon also visited Fudan University, one of China's most prestigious academic institutions, to promote New Zealand as a destination for world-class research, study, and partnership. 'We're focused on deepening our education links through student connections, institutional partnerships, and joint research that benefits both countries,' Mr Luxon says. Mr Luxon also met with Shanghai Party Secretary Chen Jining to discuss Shanghai as a gateway for a high proportion of New Zealand goods, services and people-to-people flows, and other bilateral issues. The Prime Minister will now travel to Beijing, where he will meet with China's leaders.
NZ Herald
18-06-2025
- Business
- NZ Herald
China Eastern will connect Auckland to Buenos Aires with new Southern Link service out of Shanghai
China Eastern Airlines has revealed its plans to launch direct flights between Auckland and Buenos Aires by the end of the year. It comes after Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced that Chinese passport holders transiting through Aotearoa would be eligible for a New Zealand electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA), removing the
