Key Points
- The government of New Zealand will increase fees associated with most visa categories by an average of 43 percent on July 31, 2022
Overview
The government of New Zealand will increase immigration fees and levies for most visa applications on July 31, 2022. The average increase will primarily impact residence class visas, temporary visa types for visitors, students, and workers, general visa types, and visas issued under New Zealand’s Electronic Travel Authority (eTA). The average increase will be around 43 percent (NZD 81), with the most significant increases to residence class visas. The government will cap the Skilled Migrant residence category at $5,000. For specific information on fee increases, check here.
What are the Changes?
Immigration fees and levies will increase for most visa application types in New Zealand effective July 31, 2022. The government stated that these increases remain competitive with comparable countries to New Zealand. The government of New Zealand has also subsidized some visa types. Employers and employees should be aware of these fee changes when applying for immigration visas.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of New Zealand’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: New Zealand Immigration
