New Zealand Shifts Most Visitor Visa Applications to Enhanced System
New Zealand is shifting most visitor visa applications to its enhanced Immigration Online system from September 24, 2026. This change affects various categories of visitor visas, but some exceptions remain.
According to Immigration New Zealand (INZ), Group and Tour Escort visitor visa applications are set to move on August 24. Applicants who have already created a draft application in the old system can complete and submit it before the old forms close on October 8.
The enhanced system has been introduced since 2021, with some categories already moved over. INZ emphasizes that submitted applications in the old system will not be affected, and applicants can continue to upload documents and respond to requests until their applications are decided.