Philippines to New Zealand tourist visa
Complete guide to New Zealand Visitor Visa requirements, fees, processing times, and tips for Philippine passport holders. Apply online through Immigration New Zealand. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- New Zealand Visitor Visa
- Fee
- NZD 441
- Processing time
- 1–3 weeks
- Length of stay
- Up to 6 months
Required documents
- Valid Philippine Passport — Your passport must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date from New Zealand
- Passport-Size Photograph — Recent digital photograph meeting New Zealand visa specifications
- Proof of Sufficient Funds — Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay in New Zealand
- Return or Onward Ticket — Evidence that you plan to leave New Zealand at the end of your stay
- Proof of Employment or Ties to Philippines — Documentation proving you have strong reasons to return to the Philippines
How to apply
- Passport data page scan — Passport data page scan
- Passport photo meeting visa specifications — Passport photo meeting visa specifications
- Bank statements (3–6 months) — Bank statements (3–6 months)
- Employment certificate or business documents — Employment certificate or business documents
- Travel itinerary and accommodation bookings — Travel itinerary and accommodation bookings (recommended)
- Address — 6th Floor, Makati Circuit Corporate Centre, Tower Two, AP Reyes Street, Brgy. Carmona, Makati City 1207
Common questions
- Do Filipino citizens need a visa to visit New Zealand?
- Yes, Filipino passport holders must apply for a Visitor Visa to enter New Zealand for tourism. The Philippines is not part of New Zealand’s visa waiver program, so an NZeTA is not available for Filipino citizens.
- How long does it take to get a New Zealand tourist visa from the Philippines?
- 80% of visitor visa applications are processed within 3 weeks. The median processing time is about 6 working days. Processing times can vary during peak travel seasons, so apply at least 4 weeks before your travel date.
- What is the New Zealand tourist visa fee for Filipino citizens in 2025?
- The total visa application fee is NZD $441 (approximately ₱14,000). This includes the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) of NZD $100. Additional VFS service center fees may apply if you need assistance.
- Where do I apply for a New Zealand visa in the Philippines?
- Apply online through Immigration New Zealand at apply.immigration.govt.nz. You can submit documents through VFS Global Visa Application Centres in Manila (Makati) or Cebu for passport submission and collection.
- How long can I stay in New Zealand on a tourist visa?
- With a multiple-entry visa, you can stay up to 6 months in any 12-month period. With a single-entry visa, you can stay up to 9 months in an 18-month period. The maximum total stay is 9 months in any 18-month period.
- How much money do I need in my bank account for a New Zealand visa?
- You need at least NZD $1,000 (approximately ₱32,000) per month of your planned stay. If you have prepaid accommodation, you only need NZD $400 (approximately ₱13,000) per month. A recommended balance of ₱150,000–200,000 for a typical 2-week trip helps demonstrate financial stability.