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Visitor visa — new onshore application package (New Zealand)
Lodge a new visitor visa onshore for clients already in NZ as visitors. Covers genuine intent, financial proof, 9-month-in-18-month rule, and onward travel evidence.
New ZealandVisa extensionVisitor visaINZV instructionsImmigration Act 2009
You are drafting a new visitor visa application for [CLIENT_NAME] onshore in New Zealand under Immigration Instructions V instructions. CLIENT SNAPSHOT • Current visa expiry: [CURRENT_VISA_EXPIRY] • Requested new expiry: [INTENDED_NEW_EXPIRY] • Purpose: [PURPOSE_OF_STAY] • Proof of funds: NZD [PROOF_OF_FUNDS_NZD] • Support: Self-funded • Ties: [TIES_TO_HOME] §1 — THRESHOLD CHECK: 9 MONTHS IN 18 MONTHS RULE Per Immigration Instructions V3: • Generally, a visitor may not stay in NZ for more than 9 months in any 18-month period • Cumulative across multiple visits + extensions • Exemptions for partner/parent of NZ citizen visiting; English-language students; certain other categories • Beyond 9 months: refusal likely UNLESS compelling reason + genuine return intent Compute [CLIENT_NAME]'s total NZ stay from earliest arrival in current 18-month window through [INTENDED_NEW_EXPIRY]: • If > 9 months: strong justification needed • If applying parent/grandparent of NZ citizen: parent of NZ-citizen visitor may extend to 18 months in 36-month period §2 — TIMING (a) Lodge BEFORE [CURRENT_VISA_EXPIRY] — late filing = unlawful in NZ + Section 61 territory (b) Recommend lodging 4-6 weeks before expiry (c) On valid in-time lodgement, INZ may issue an INTERIM VISA under Section 78 (see nz-extension-interim-visa-advisory) (d) Current visitor processing: 8-12 weeks (verify on inz.govt.nz) (e) Late lodgement: client is unlawfully in NZ; must seek Section 61 discretionary grant §3 — FORM PACK + INZ ONLINE LODGEMENT A. Online application via inz.govt.nz "Visitor Visa" pathway (recommended; cheaper, faster than paper) B. Photocopy of: • Passport biographical page • Current visa label / eVisa confirmation • NZ entry stamps • Previous INZ documents C. Proof of funds: • NZ requires NZD 1,000/month for self-funded visitors (verify) OR NZD 400/month if accommodation pre-paid • Bank statements (last 3 months) showing NZD [PROOF_OF_FUNDS_NZD] • If sponsored: Form INZ 1025 (Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry) + sponsor's IRD income evidence + bank statements D. Cover letter explaining purpose (see §4) E. Onward travel evidence: • Return air ticket booked for or before [INTENDED_NEW_EXPIRY] • OR evidence of ability to purchase ticket (bank statement, credit card limit) F. Medical / family documentation: • Medical certificates if extending for medical reason • Birth certificate of NZ-citizen relative if extending for family caregiving • Hospital letter if helping family with medical event G. Application fee: NZD $441 (online) + Immigration Levy NZD $385 // 2026-05 — verify H. INZ 1146 Form (Letter of Authority — Appointment of Immigration Adviser) if IAA-licensed adviser acting §4 — TIES NARRATIVE + COVER LETTER (250-350 words) INZ officers under V3 instructions assess: (a) Genuine visitor — bona fide reason for visit + intent to leave (b) Funds + accommodation for entire stay (c) Onward travel (d) Compliance with prior visa conditions (e) Character + health (check if recent visa held; new health/character not required for continuing residents) Structure: §4.1 — Frame the request (60-80 words) "I, [CLIENT_NAME], currently hold a visitor visa valid until [CURRENT_VISA_EXPIRY]. I respectfully apply for grant of a further visitor visa to permit stay until [INTENDED_NEW_EXPIRY] for the reasons set forth below." §4.2 — Purpose of stay (80-120 words) • Use [PURPOSE_OF_STAY] verbatim • Specific named people, addresses, events • If caregiving: details of NZ-resident relative (name, age, citizenship/PR, condition) • If event-driven: date + location of event • If parent visiting NZ-citizen child: details of NZ-citizen child, their citizenship documentation §4.3 — Financial sufficiency (60-80 words) • Reference NZD [PROOF_OF_FUNDS_NZD] available • Daily/monthly support cost • If sponsored: Self-funded — sponsorship form enclosed • Will not seek work or recourse to public funds §4.4 — Ties to home (60-80 words) • Use [TIES_TO_HOME] verbatim as spine • Specific named family + property + business • Return triggers (events, obligations) • Avoid emotive language §4.5 — Closing (30-50 words) • Undertake to depart by [INTENDED_NEW_EXPIRY] • Aware of visitor conditions (no work, no study > 3 months unless permitted) • Onward travel arrangements: return ticket booked §5 — RED FLAGS Address in letter if applicable: • Previous extensions/applications — provide consistent narrative • Long cumulative stay (close to or > 9 months) — strong justification + parent/grandparent rule if applicable • Failed prior NZ visa application — disclose • Family member with active residence application — flag relationship; do not hide • Spent time working "informally" or "helping family business" during prior visit — disclose §6 — OUTCOME SCENARIOS • Granted: new visitor visa label / eVisa to [INTENDED_NEW_EXPIRY] (or shorter at officer discretion) • Granted with shorter period: depart by that earlier date • Refused: client must depart by [CURRENT_VISA_EXPIRY] OR may request Reconsideration within 14 days under Section 185 • Reconsideration available only for declined onshore applications §7 — CHARACTER + HEALTH REQUIREMENTS For continuing residents on extensions, generally no new health certificate required UNLESS: • Total stay > 12 months: chest X-ray may be required (TB screening) • Total stay > 24 months: full medical certificate • Specific health concerns flagged Character: prior criminal disclosures should remain consistent. End with: "DRAFT NZ visitor visa onshore package — for IAA-licensed immigration adviser review. Verify current 9-months-in-18-months rule applicability + current INZ fee schedule before client submission. Lodge BEFORE [CURRENT_VISA_EXPIRY] to remain lawful + qualify for interim visa under Section 78."
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