New Zealand Visa Application & Requirements for Bangladeshi
New Zealand Visa Application & Requirements for Bangladeshi
Country :
New Zealand
Visa Type : Tourist Visa
New Zealand Visa for Bangladeshi Required Documents
Passport:
Original Passport with validity of minimum six months after the intended date of departure and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp.
a) Copy of previous passports and visas issued.
b) Attach all your old passports (if any).
c) If any visa request was refused, details of original letter issued by the authorities of that country would be preferred.
New Zealand Visa Application Form:
Visa application form must be filled and signed by the applicant.
Photo Specification:
Two recent passport size photographs with matt or semi-matt finish, 60-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).
Please Note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.
Covering-Letter:
Covering Letter from applicant stating name, designation, passport number, purpose of visit, and outlining who will bear the full cost of the trip – travel, accommodation, expenses, etc.
Addressed to: The Visa Officer, Embassy of New Zealand, Dhaka.
Invitation Letter:
Invitation letter from Australian host. (If Any)
Forwarding-Letter:
a) Forwarding Letter / NOC from the applicant’s company authority on the company’s letterhead stating applicant’s name, designation, passport number, purpose and duration of visit.
b) Visa request letter from the educational institute or student card/evidence of school enrollment (if student).
Proof of Occupation:
a) Company registration certificate (original notarized English translation and photocopy of the original) if the applicant is a first-time traveler or a proprietor.
b) Office ID card copy & visiting cards.
Financials:
a) Company’s or Personal Bank Statement for last six months mentioning the bank’s name and telephone number clearly.
b) Salary slips for the last six months (if any).
Airline & Hotel Reservation:
Ticket itinerary & hotel booking.
FAQ - General Visa Information:
Yes. Bangladeshi passport holders must apply for a Visitor Visa before traveling.
Usually up to 3 months, but depending on your application, you may get a visa that allows a longer stay (total stay in 12 months cannot exceed 9 months).
New Zealand immigration typically wants proof that you can support yourself.
A common guideline is NZD 1,000 per month (or NZD 400 per month if accommodation is prepaid).
This varies by trip length and personal situation.
Standard processing is usually 20–60 working days, depending on:
Season
Application load
Completeness of your documents
No, confirmed tickets are not required.
You can submit a travel plan instead.
No. A sponsor is optional.
You can apply independently with your own financial documents.
No. A tourist visa does not allow any kind of paid work.
It’s not legally required, but strongly recommended for safety and emergencies.
Common reasons include:
Insufficient financial documents
Weak travel history
Lack of proof of return to Bangladesh
Incomplete forms or missing documents
Yes, but each family member must submit a separate application.