New Zealand Visa Fee Increases Coming into Effect from 1 October 2024

The landscape of immigration is changing constantly across the world. The Government through its notification of 9 August 2024 increased fees for visas from 1 October 2024. These enhanced visa charges and levies would help devise a sustainable and efficient self-funding system of immigration. Aptech Visa, being an appropriately licensed immigration consultancy, is geared up to drive applicants through visa process intricacies with ease and professionalism.

This initiative, which is part of the Government's effort to improve immigration services, also includes changes in the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL), which increases to NZD$ 341 plus NZD$ 100 (levy fee) totalling NZD$ 441. Tourists, students, and applicants for work exchange, this means that some professional assistance is going to be necessary in dealing with the new requirements.

 What's Changing?

From 1 October, visa fees will be charged based on the real cost of processing them and set at a level that secures the long-term sustainability of the immigration system. Changes are to visitor visas in categories, but not limited to, those below:

• Visitor visas; all categories except partner and dependent categories
• Student visas
• Work visas, including specific purpose and trainee work visas

Applications for New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)

This increase will ensure that the benefits and services delivered by immigration to the economy, whether by bringing families together, keeping firms competitive through vital skills, or promoting cross-border tourism, are adequately funded.

How Aptech Visa Can Help

With over 15 years of experience and thorough knowledge of how immigration policy norms are constantly evolving, Aptech Visa is possibly in a better position than anyone to help those affected by changes. As a government-approved immigration consultancy, it closely works in association with MARA agents and other trusted authorities across international borders and makes sure that each visa application is processed professionally and in a very personalized manner. Here's how Aptech Visa can help you move forward:

 1. Thorough Visa Consultation

It is not particularly easy to comprehend which visa fees and levies might apply to you. Aptech Visa, however, ensures that the applicant is well aware of all information related to the newest fee structure applicable for the latest visa issuance. Be it an entry for a visitor visa, student visa, or working holiday visa, Aptech Visa is there to expertly steer through the application process.

 2. Application Support for New Zealand Visas

Another important factor to add to the checklist is an increase in visa charges, particularly when visiting International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) charged countries. You must check that this change has been added to your visa application, as it will process your IVL and help to avoid confusion about the new requirements.

 3. Real-Time Information about Fee Changes

It is challenging to track and follow changes in visa fees. Aptech Visa provides you with live updates regarding the fee structure and processing times, among other changes that may have been brought about to affect your application so that you can be in the know about the latest updates given.

Our team keeps following all the updates from IRCC, and MARA, among others so that you get the right information.

 4. Visa Assistance for Pacific Visa Applicants

Aptech Visa undertakes the same commitment, and we service applicants from the Pacific countries again eligible for subsidized visa fees as a part of New Zealand's commitment to the region. With a record that can boast the successful application of visas, we have solutions for those wishing to migrate to, or visit, New Zealand visitor visa.

 5. Professional Support for ESOL Programs

With new amendments, 80% of the school English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program fees shall be paid for by the applicant on their visa, with the balance of 20% by the New Zealand Government. Aptech Visa can help families and applicants understand all costs associated with bringing their children over and onboarding them onto New Zealand school programs.

 Why Aptech Visa?

Aptech Visa comprises dedicated team members who work towards offering transparent, ethical, and professional immigration services. It is registered as an Indian Government-approved consultancy with the help of which applicants can experience relief in understanding the otherwise complicated immigration process. Be it a visitor, work, or student visa, Aptech Visa stands by to guide you through these new needs.

Aptech Visa Features:

• More than 15 years experience in immigration consultation.
• Good relations with MARA agents and connections with IRCC and other relevant authorities
• Government-approved consultancy serious services to clients
• Offering customized counselling to clients on the visa fee increase and the IVL requirement.

With visa charges due to rise from 1 October 2024, it's an ideal time to sit with your trusted, government-approved immigration consultant like Aptech Visa. We are here to guide you through the changes and ensure everything goes right with your visa application. Our ultimate goal is to make it easy for you, from start to finish, where you can then focus on your future in New Zealand Immigration.

For further details or to book an appointment today please visit https://www.aptechvisa.com/new-zealand-pr or contact our office today at 7503832132 you can also write to us at info@aptechvisa.com