New Zealand Visa Application Centre Fees Increasing in 23 Countries
From January 1, 2026, Visa Application Centre service fees will increase for applicants from 23 listed countries due to rising costs.
The service fee adjustment, effective from 1 January 2026, applies to applicants submitting through Visa Application Centres in Australia, Bangladesh, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Nepal & Bhutan, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vanuatu, and Vietnam. This modification was publicly announced on 15 December 2025. Exact charges for individual applications are not specified, with applicants advised to consult the online tool or respective VAC websites for up-to-date pricing. The increase is attributed to rising operational costs and inflation.
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