China is a key market for New Zealand and we warmly welcome visitors whether they are travelling as individuals or in a tour group under the Approved Destination Status (ADS) arrangement.

This is a reminder to plan ahead as we approach the Chinese New Year peak travel period.

Immigration New Zealand is strongly encouraging Approved Destination Status (ADS) groups to submit their applications early over the New Zealand Christmas and New Year period.

Processing offices will be closed on the New Zealand statutory holidays — 25 and 26 December 2024 and 1 and 2 January 2025, but we will still be able to meet the standard 10 working day turnaround.

If you have an urgent application during this time please contact us at: 
INZChinaADS@mbie.govt.nz.