Is a letter of invitation/hotel booking necessary for an Indian applying for tourist visa to New Zealand?

Question

what documents are required and how long does it take to get a tourist visa to New Zealand?

Answer 1

You may need to apply for a visitor visa or permit if you intend to stay temporarily in New Zealand, but you don't intend to study or work. When you are granted a permit, you can stay in New Zealand for up to nine months.

Do you require a visitor visa? - see the check list here http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/s...

To apply for visa ::::

... and get the forms you will need. see http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/s...

The section includes useful checklists to help you supply the right information when you lodge your application.

How long it will take :::  

The time it will take for us to process your application can vary depending on:

- the requirements of the immigration policy you are applying under

- the completeness of your application

- how easily we can check the information you provide

- how well and how quickly you respond to any concerns we raise with you.

Processing times can also vary between offices. When we accept your application, we will either give you a decision, or tell you within 14 days, how long the processing time is predicted to be.

The amount of verification your application requires can affect the amount of time it takes to process your application. Applications that require the most verification; for example work permit or residence applications, typically take the longest to process.