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Pacific Access Category Resident Visa

This is a New Zealand visa processed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ).

Verified from Immigration New Zealand on 2026-04-20

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Processing Time (p50–p80)

19.6 months to 29.6 months

Updated 2026-04-20 · Source: Immigration New Zealand

The current processing time for Pacific Access Category Resident Visa is 19.6 months to 29.6 months. This data was last updated on 2026-04-20 from Immigration New Zealand.

About This Visa

If you are from Fiji, Kiribati, Tonga or Tuvalu you can register for this ballot to come to New Zealand. If we select and accept your registration, we invite you to apply for the Pacific Access Category Resident Visa.

Percentile Breakdown

50th percentile (median)15 months
80th percentile23 months

Times shown in working days. Calendar time may be longer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Pacific Access Category Resident Visa take?

Current processing time for Pacific Access Category Resident Visa is 19.6 months to 29.6 months, based on the latest data from Immigration New Zealand.

When was Pacific Access Category Resident Visa processing time data last updated?

The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Immigration New Zealand.

What factors affect Pacific Access Category Resident Visa processing time?

Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.

Source: Source: WaitVisa.com — Immigration New Zealand, updated 2026-04-20