Medical Treatment Visitor Visa
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 20-25 working days
- Fee
- NZD 211
- Validity
- Duration of approved treatment
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For people seeking to enter New Zealand solely for pre-approved specified medical treatment. Treatment must be at the hospital or institution specified on the visa. Renal dialysis treatment is limited to citizens of South Pacific countries and must be sponsored. Applicant or sponsor must agree to pay for any healthcare. Full medical insurance recommended.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities. Renal dialysis limited to South Pacific country citizens with sponsorship.
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Health
Must have confirmed acceptance for medical treatment at a specified New Zealand healthcare facility.
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to pay for treatment and living expenses, or have an acceptable sponsor.
Minimum funds: Varies by treatment
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Criminal record
Must be of good character. Police certificates may be required.
Documents you need
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Passport
Validity months: 3
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Varies based on treatment
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit/debit card; Amount: NZD 211
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain acceptance letter from New Zealand medical facility, arrange financial evidence or sponsor documentation.
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Online application
Submit medical treatment visitor visa application online.
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Document submission
Upload medical acceptance letter, financial evidence, sponsorship form if applicable, and character documents.
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Fee payment
Pay NZD 211 application fee.
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Processing wait
Wait 20-25 working days for processing.