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Visitor Visas are typically issued for 3-month validity.
How long you can stay
A general visitor visa (tourist visa) will normally allow you to stay in NZ for 3 months.
There is conflicting guidance on this however, as official sources also state:
You can visit New Zealand as a genuine tourist for up to 9 months in an 18-month period.
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How long can you visit for?
Unless otherwise stated under special instructions, visitors to NewΒ Zealand are limited to a maximum stay of nine months on a visitor visa.