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New Zealand visa help from Patiala

The application centre details, documents and fees to check when planning a New Zealand visit from Patiala.

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Professional filing ₹4,999, GST included. Government and visa-centre fees separate.

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Centre recorded in our New Zealand guide

VFS Global New Zealand — Chandigarh
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Use the official VFS Global instructions to confirm jurisdiction, appointment rules, address and what to carry. The destination and your residence determine the appropriate centre.

Documents for the Visitor Visa (Tourism / Family Visit)

The destination guide’s checklist, grouped by purpose. Additional evidence may be required for your situation.

Core Documents 4 items
  • Valid passportValid at least 3 months beyond departure from NZ.
  • Passport-style photograph35×45 mm, white background, recent.
  • Cover letterPurpose of visit, cities, duration, intent to return to India.
  • TB chest X-rayMANDATORY if stay exceeds 6 months. By INZ Panel Physician only.
Travel & Stay 3 items
  • Day-wise travel itinerary
  • Hotel bookings / host invitation letterIf visiting family, include NZ host's passport/residence proof and relationship document.
  • Return flight reservationA booking is enough; a paid ticket is not required.
Proof of Funds 3 items
  • Bank statements (last 6 months)Must show NZD 1,000/month × stay (or NZD 400/month if accommodation pre-paid).
  • Income Tax Returns (2-3 years)
  • FDs / investment proofStrengthens financial profile.
Ties to India (critical) 4 items
  • Employment letter + recent salary slips + approved leave
  • Self-employed: GST certificate, company registration, ITRs
  • Property papersTitle deeds show roots in India.
  • Family commitments documentation
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Government & application fees

Visitor Visa (tourism / family visit)≈ ₹22,000. Paid online at apply.immigration.govt.nz.
NZD 441
Business Visitor Visa≈ ₹17,000.
NZD 341
Medical Treatment Visitor Visa≈ ₹22,000.
NZD 441
Transit VisaPassing through Auckland airport for up to 24 hours.
Free or ~NZD 210
Biometrics / VFS service feeAt VFS Global NZ India centres.
₹1,500–2,500

All NZ visa fees are set in NZD by Immigration New Zealand and paid online at apply.immigration.govt.nz. The INR amount depends on NZD/INR exchange rate on payment day. Additional costs: medical/TB X-ray at INZ Panel Physician (₹6,000-12,000), Police Clearance Certificate (free from PSK but courier/apostille extra), NZQA International Qualifications Assessment (NZD 746 if below-bachelor), translation, biometrics, and Immigration Levy (separate from base fee). Non-refundable regardless of outcome.

These are separate from our professional service. Confirm current official fees; exchange rates and centre services can affect the amount payable.

Planning from Patiala

Patiala is our home city. Our office is near the PRTC Workshop, so most days families just walk in without booking. We get Punjabi University students wanting to do MA in the UK or Australia. Punjab government employees planning to visit kids settled abroad after retirement. Families from Tripuri, Urban Estate, and Sirhind Road getting their first family Schengen for summer holidays.

Saturday walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed. For senior citizens above 65, we collect documents from your home if you live within 8 km of our office.

We handle preparation remotely. Any official attendance requirement follows the issuing authority’s instructions for your application.

Local questions

Does SureshotVisa have an office in Patiala?

Our licensed office is in Patiala. See our contact page for the address and current opening hours. You can also work with us remotely.