{"id":54962,"date":"2025-06-24T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/nz\/?p=54962"},"modified":"2025-06-23T12:11:43","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T02:11:43","slug":"new-travel-pathway-for-chinese-tourists-to-boost-visitor-numbers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/nz\/news\/new-travel-pathway-for-chinese-tourists-to-boost-visitor-numbers\/","title":{"rendered":"New travel pathway for Chinese tourists to boost visitor numbers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"54962\" class=\"elementor elementor-54962\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e26c462 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e26c462\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-afa09d7\" data-id=\"afa09d7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c096cb1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c096cb1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Photo credit: Tourism NZ Visual Library<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0881fec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0881fec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">China is one of New Zealand\u2019s key markets, offering valuable opportunities for the tourism industry, strengthening trade and business ties, and supporting personal connections between families and communities. In a move designed to strengthen tourism and mutual benefits, <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.immigration.govt.nz\/about-us\/news-centre\/changes-to-welcome-visitors-from-china\/?utm_source=Immigration+New+Zealand&amp;utm_medium=Email&amp;utm_campaign=C0320_ChinaVV_Adviser_15June2025&amp;utm_content=btn\">Immigration New Zealand<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (INZ) has announced new travel arrangements to make it easier for Chinese tourists to visit the country. The initiative highlights China\u2019s significance as a tourism and trade partner and aims to stimulate visitor numbers while maintaining border integrity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Under the newly announced measures, starting November 2025, Chinese passport holders with a valid Australian <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/visitor-600\">visitor<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/working-in-australia\/temporary-work-visas\">work<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/student-500?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">student<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, or<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\">family visa<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> will be allowed to enter New Zealand from Australia for up to three months using a <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.immigration.govt.nz\/visas\/new-zealand-electronic-travel-authority-nzeta\/\">New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority<\/a> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">(NZeTA), without needing to apply for a visitor visa.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The 12-month trial is specifically targeted at tourists and will not apply to travellers transiting through Australia. All travellers will still need to meet <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.immigration.govt.nz\/visit\/what-you-need-to-visit-new-zealand\/check-if-you-need-a-visa-or-an-nzeta\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\">standard NZeTA eligibility criteri<\/span>a<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, including health and character requirements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>Affordable and flexible travel options<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">An NZeTA only costs NZ$17 using the mobile app or NZ$23 through the Immigration New Zealand website. It is valid for two years and can be used for multiple journeys. Travellers should allow at least 72 hours for their NZeTA to be processed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chinese nationals transiting through New Zealand before the new arrangements take effect in November will still require a Transit Visa. However, Transit Visas that have already been approved will remain valid until they expire, even after the waiver comes into force.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>Existing visa settings remain favourable<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">New Zealand already offers one of the most favourable <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.immigration.govt.nz\/process-to-apply\/applying-for-a-visa\/providing-evidence-and-documents-to-support-your-visa-application\/visitor-visa-application-guide-for-citizens-of-china\/\">visitor visa<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> settings for Chinese nationals, with most eligible applicants receiving a five-year multiple-entry visa. This longstanding arrangement supports repeat visits and underpins strong tourism, cultural, and family ties between the two countries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>Enhanced support for Chinese travellers<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To further ease the visitor journey for Chinese tourists, the Government is also rolling out additional support measures:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dedicated contact points for the Chinese travel industry, with staff based in China.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">A support hotline available from 07:00 to 18:00 NZT (02:00 to 13:00 CST), Monday to Friday.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Simplified Chinese web content to improve access to visa and travel information.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">These efforts are designed to complement broader visa processing improvements. As of June 2025, visitor visa applications for Chinese nationals are being processed in just five days on average, with continued efforts underway to reduce wait times even further. Additional fact sheet information <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For tailored visa assistance, contact Absolute Immigration NZ at <a href=\"mailto:aisupport@absoluteimmigration.com\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\">aisupport@absoluteimmigration.co<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Let Absolute Immigration NZ help simplify your travel or business immigration journey.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8763309 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8763309\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title 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