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For Indian passport holders who are retired and planning to visit New Zealand for tourism, the following is a general checklist for applying for a New Zealand tourist visa:
- Complete the **Visitor Visa Application
Form (INZ 1017) ** available on the New Zealand immigration website.
- Original passport with at least 6 months
validity from the intended date of arrival in New Zealand.
- Copies of all pages of the passport.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with
white background. 35x45 70% face White background
- A cover letter explaining the purpose of
the visit, duration of stay, and itinerary.
- Bank statements for the last 6 months
Updated showing sufficient funds to cover expenses during the stay.
- Proof of retirement income (pension slips,
fixed deposits, etc.).
- If applicable, documents proving ownership
of assets like property.
6. **Travel Itinerary**
- Detailed travel itinerary including flight
bookings (although you don’t need to purchase tickets before visa approval).
- Proof of accommodation bookings (hotel
reservations or an invitation letter if staying with family/friends).
7. **Proof of Ties to
Home Country**
- Evidence of ties to India such as family,
property ownership, or any ongoing responsibilities to ensure return after the
visit.
8. **Health and Travel
Insurance**
- Proof of travel insurance covering the
entire duration of the stay in New Zealand.
12. **Additional
Documents (if applicable)**
- If visiting family or friends, provide an
invitation letter, copies of their passport/residency status in New Zealand,
and proof of relationship.
14. **Previous Travel
History**
- Copies of visas and stamps of previously
visited countries (if applicable).
15. **Return Ticket**
- Proof of return flight tickets or a ticket
for onward travel.
16. Aadhar Card Copy
17. Full Passport Scan
Copy