An introductory offshore tourism/family-visit route for adult Chinese passport holders applying individually; excludes group, combined-family and extension applications.
Be a genuine visitor meeting health, character, support and departure requirements. Do not work for a New Zealand employer; overseas remote work has separate conditions. Check any NZeTA exception.
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Download a blank English PDF checklist to print and mark offline. This is not an exhaustive lodgement checklist; official requirements take precedence.
Check the visa, gather identity, visit, support, departure and translation evidence, check location-specific forms, then apply online through INZ. Rely on your granted stay, not a predicted duration.
Introductory preparation summary, not a complete checklist, individual advice or a visa guarantee. Follow official pages and individual notices. Reviewed: 2026-10-24