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title: New Zealand visa for citizens of Palestine
description: Citizens of Palestine need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# New Zealand visa for citizens of Palestine

Citizens of Palestine need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Visitor Visa (eVisa)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Create account on Immigration NZ online portal** — Register at the official Immigration New Zealand website.
2. **Complete the visitor visa application form** — Fill in personal, travel, and employment details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport photo, financial evidence, itinerary, etc.
4. **Pay the visa application fee** — Online payment via credit/debit card in NZD.
5. **Submit application** — Review and submit the application through the portal.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing time may vary; track status online.
7. **Receive eVisa decision** — Approval sent via email with electronic visa attached.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Recent color photo meeting INZ specifications
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Online form submitted through Immigration NZ portal
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Details of flights and accommodation bookings
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservations or invitation letter from host
- **Bank statements** (Financial): Last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds
- **Employment letter** (Employment): Letter from employer confirming leave and salary
- **Income tax returns** (Financial, optional): Optional but helpful to demonstrate financial stability
- **Travel insurance** (Travel): Coverage for medical emergencies and repatriation
- **Return flight booking** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return ticket
- **Proof of ties to home country** (Supporting, optional): Property deed, family certificates, etc.
- **National identity card** (Identity, optional): If available

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** NZD 1,000 per month of stay
- Bank statements
- Pay slips
- Tax returns

Funds must be readily available and in your name or jointly held.

## Good to know

- Visa does not guarantee entry; final decision at border.
- Overstaying can lead to deportation and future bans.
- Ensure all documents are in English or translated by a certified translator.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds** — Provide detailed bank statements with clear source of income.
- **Incomplete or false documents** — Double-check all documents and never submit fraudulent records.
- **Weak ties to home country** — Include proof of employment, property, or family obligations.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — Disclose any relevant history and provide police clearance if requested.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Palestine need a visa for New Zealand?

Citizens of Palestine need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: Visitor Visa (eVisa).

### How long can citizens of Palestine stay in New Zealand?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Palestine need for New Zealand?

Valid passport; Passport-sized photograph; Completed visa application form; Travel itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Bank statements; and 6 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for New Zealand?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [New Zealand visa for every passport](/visa/new-zealand)
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