# Can I Reapply for a New Zealand Visa After Rejection? > For a New Zealand general visa from Nepal (Visitor Visa — Tourist), prepare a valid passport, application, photos, proof of funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation. Pro _Published: 2026-08-01 · Updated: 2026-08-05 · Reading time: 3 min · Words: 800_ ## TL;DR For a New Zealand general visa from Nepal (Visitor Visa — Tourist), prepare a valid passport, application, photos, proof of funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation. Processing usually takes 2–3 weeks (Immigration NZ publishes 80% within 14 days for Nepal lodgements). Confirm on the official New Zealand source; Yatra For Fun issues verifiable flight, hotel and itinerary reservations for the file. ## Key takeaways - New Zealand general visa class: Visitor Visa — Tourist (stay 6 months per visit (multiple-entry: 6 months in any 12-month period); single-entry up to 9 months over 18 months on case-officer discretion). - Processing time: 2–3 weeks (Immigration NZ publishes 80% within 14 days for Nepal lodgements) — apply with a 1–2 week buffer. - Funds: NZD 1,000 per month of stay (or NZD 400 per month if accommodation is prepaid). Bank statements 3–6 months. Plus property / business / emplo - Weak funds proof and missing travel/accommodation proof are the top delay reasons. **Whether Nepali need this visa depends on purpose and current rules — A New Zealand general visa for Nepali applicants generally requires a passport, application, funds evidence, and proof of onward travel and accommodation. The Visitor Visa — Tourist allows a stay of 6 months per visit (multiple-entry: 6 months in any 12-month period); single-entry up to 9 months over 18 months on case-officer discretion. Confirm specifics on the official New Zealand portal.** ## Article In short: whether a Nepali passport holder needs a general visa for New Zealand — and exactly which documents — depends on your travel purpose and the latest New Zealand rules. The relevant class is Visitor Visa — Tourist (stay 6 months per visit (multiple-entry: 6 months in any 12-month period); single-entry up to 9 months over 18 months on case-officer discretion). This guide covers the requirement, the document checklist, costs, and the step-by-step process, with the official portal linked below. ### New Zealand General visa: key facts for Nepali applicants Visa classVisitor Visa — TouristStay6 months per visit (multiple-entry: 6 months in any 12-month period); single-entry up to 9 months over 18 months on case-officer discretion.ValidityUp to 3 years multi-entry for repeat travellers with clean immigration history.EntriesSingle or Multiple.Processing time2–3 weeks (Immigration NZ publishes 80% within 14 days for Nepal lodgements).Visa feeNZD 441 (visa fee) + NZD 100 IVL = NZD 541 total. VFS service fee NPR ~3,500 if lodging on paper.Funds requiredNZD 1,000 per month of stay (or NZD 400 per month if accommodation is prepaid). Bank statements 3–6 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.Official portalhttps://www.immigration.govt.nz/account/login (Immigration NZ portal — universal online lodgement) · https://www.immigration.govt.nz (Immigration New Zealand) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nzl (VFS Global NZ Nepal — paper applications + biometrics)Where to applyVFS Global New Zealand Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — Sir Edmund Hillary Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, IndiaFacts verified against the official source; confirm before you apply — visa rules change. Last checked 2026-07-12. ### Documents you will usually need - Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended stay) - Recent passport-size photo (45×35 mm, white background) - Online Visitor Visa application (INZ 1188 equivalent) + form fees paid - Bank statements (last 6 months, NZD-equivalent of 1,000/month minimum) - Confirmed return ticket (or funds to purchase one) - Hotel bookings / accommodation proof for full stay - Travel insurance covering full trip (recommended, occasionally requested) (if applicable) - Family ties evidence (marriage cert, children's birth certs — notarised English translations + MoFA Nepal apostille) (if applicable) - Proof of onward/return travel (a flight reservation) and accommodation (a hotel booking) where required. ### Step-by-step: how to apply from Nepal - Confirm the visa type and current requirements on the official portal (https://www.immigration.govt.nz/account/login (Immigration NZ portal — universal online lodgement) · https://www.immigration.govt.nz (Immigration New Zealand) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/nzl (VFS Global NZ Nepal — paper applications + biometrics)). - Gather and scan your documents; book your appointment at VFS Global New Zealand Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu or start the online form. - Prepare proof of onward travel and accommodation — many applicants use Yatra's verifiable reservations rather than buying non-refundable bookings before approval. - Pay the visa fee, submit (and give biometrics if required), then track your application. ### Typical costs & processing time Processing for a New Zealand general visa typically takes 2–3 weeks (Immigration NZ publishes 80% within 14 days for Nepal lodgements). The visa fee is NZD 441 (visa fee) + NZD 100 IVL = NZD 541 total. VFS service fee NPR ~3,500 if lodging on paper.. Budget separately for supporting documents: a Yatra dummy flight ticket is NPR 999, a hotel reservation NPR 499, or the full bundle from NPR 1499. ### Common reasons applications get delayed - Weak or inconsistent proof of funds. - No credible proof of onward travel or accommodation. - Photos or forms that don't meet the embassy spec. - An itinerary that doesn't match the stated purpose or dates. ### Frequently asked questions #### Can I Reapply for a New Zealand Visa After Rejection? The relevant class is Visitor Visa — Tourist allowing a stay of 6 months per visit (multiple-entry: 6 months in any 12-month period); single-entry up to 9 months over 18 months on case-officer discretion. Nepali applicants should confirm the current New Zealand rule on the official portal, then prepare passport, application, funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation. #### How long does a New Zealand general visa take to process? Processing typically takes 2–3 weeks (Immigration NZ publishes 80% within 14 days for Nepal lodgements). Apply with at least a 1–2 week buffer beyond this. #### How much money should I show for a New Zealand visa? For a New Zealand general visa, nZD 1,000 per month of stay (or NZD 400 per month if accommodation is prepaid). Bank statements 3–6 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal. #### Can Yatra For Fun help with my New Zealand documents? Yes — Yatra issues verifiable flight, hotel and itinerary reservations for your visa file, delivered as PDFs in about 30 minutes. Preparing your New Zealand application? Yatra For Fun issues visa-ready flight reservations, hotel bookings and itineraries. Ask us on WhatsApp. ## FAQ ### Can I Reapply for a New Zealand Visa After Rejection? The relevant class is Visitor Visa — Tourist allowing a stay of 6 months per visit (multiple-entry: 6 months in any 12-month period); single-entry up to 9 months over 18 months on case-officer discretion. Nepali applicants should confirm the current New Zealand rule on the official portal, then prepare passport, application, funds, and proof of onward travel and accommodation. ### How long does a New Zealand general visa take to process? Processing typically takes 2–3 weeks (Immigration NZ publishes 80% within 14 days for Nepal lodgements). Apply with at least a 1–2 week buffer beyond this. ### How much money should I show for a New Zealand visa? For a New Zealand general visa, nZD 1,000 per month of stay (or NZD 400 per month if accommodation is prepaid). Bank statements 3–6 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal. ### Can Yatra For Fun help with my New Zealand documents? Yes — Yatra issues verifiable flight, hotel and itinerary reservations for your visa file, delivered as PDFs in about 30 minutes. ## Sources 1. [New Zealand official visa portal](https://www.immigration.govt.nz/account/login) 2. [New Zealand High Commission — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)](https://www.mfat.govt.nz/en/embassies/india) 3. [Yatra — flight & hotel reservations for visa](https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket)