Australian High Commission

New Zealand

High Commission address: 72-76 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington - Telephone: +64 (0)4 473 6411 - Fax: +64 (0)4 498 7135

Australian High Commission, New Zealand

New visa application lodgement process

The Australian Consulate-General is pleased to announce new visa lodgement arrangements in New Zealand. From Monday November 28 2011, all visa and citizenship lodgements in New Zealand will need to be lodged at the Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC). Further information is available here.

Quick links

Information about applying for a visa to Australia

Questions we get asked frequently about visas and migration

Information about applying for an Australian passport

Passport and notarial fees effective from 1 January 2012

View the the fees effective from 1 January 2012

Protect yourself from migration fraud

Protect yourself from migration fraud and keep yourself safe online by being aware of the ways people may try to take advantage of you or your situation.

Visit the Australian Immigration website for information on what you need to know and how you can help http://www.immi.gov.au/migration-fraud/

Getting Help to Apply for a Visa
Avoid fraudulent activities and scams by using the many departmental resources available to help you apply for a visa. These include application forms, booklets, the Visa Wizard, translation and interpreting services and the department's Service Delivery Partners. Immigration assistance can also be provided by community organisations and registered migration agents.

Australian Aid Programs

For a list of AusAid programs click here

Reminder about validity of passports when travelling to Australia

Australia requires that your passport must be valid only for the period of your intended travel in and out of Australia. There is no requirement for your passport to be valid for six months after your travel.

Travel Advice for Australians visiting New Zealand

http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/New_Zealand