Timelines vary by category and embassy. We review current appointment availability and flag any required priority steps.
Canada Immigration and Settlement Services
Study Visa Solutions
End-to-end support for international student visas, including admission guidance and purpose-driven documentation strategy.
Tourist & Visit Visas
Professionally structured applications designed to present clear travel intent and strong supporting evidence.
Visa Overview
New Zealand offers different visas depending on your purpose. Visitors come for short trips, students enroll at approved institutions, workers use skilled or employer routes, and families use partner categories.
Main Options
• Visitor Visa (B1 business visitor or B2 tourist): short stays for tourism, family visits, meetings, conferences. No employment.
• Study Visas: F-1 for academic programs, M-1 for vocational programs, J-1 for exchanges or research. Limited work rules may apply.
• Work Visas: H-1B specialty occupation, L-1 intracompany transfer, O-1 extraordinary ability, E-2 investor for eligible treaty nationals, TN professionals for Canada and Mexico, plus seasonal programs where applicable.
Basic Requirements
• Valid passport and recent photos
• Purpose documents such as invitation or itinerary for visitors, I-20 or DS-2019 and proof of funds for students, job offer and employer evidence for many work categories
• Proof of funds and ties to home country where relevant
• Fees and biometrics, and for F, M, J categories payment of the SEVIS fee
• Medical exam and additional background checks for immigrant cases
Disclaimer
We provide consulting and application file-preparation services based on official regulations. All visa, residency, and approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.
Can I work on a visitor visa?
No. Business visitors may attend meetings and conferences but cannot take employment.
Do I need IELTS or another test?
Many visas and providers accept approved English tests. Requirements vary by visa, provider, and occupation.
How long does processing take?
Do I need health insurance?
OSHC is mandatory for Student Visa holders. Other visas may also require adequate cover.
