Visiting New Zealand: Panamanian citizen → New Zealand
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You need a Visitor Visa
Panama passport holders need a Visitor Visa to visit New Zealand — apply online for a stay of up to 6 or 9 months. You cannot work.
The bottom line
- Apply online through Immigration New Zealand: create an account, upload your documents and pay the fee (from NZD $441).
- You must have plans to leave New Zealand, enough money for living expenses (or an acceptable sponsor), and not plan to work.
- Most applications are decided within about two weeks.
Where you'll apply
New Zealand Visitor Visas are applied for online through Immigration New Zealand — no visa centre or interview.
Confirm your exact requirement on the official immigration.govt.nz site →