Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa processing time
As at 22 July 2026, 50% of recent Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa applications were processed within 4 weeks and 80% within 4 weeks, per Immigration New Zealand's published figures.
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Daily captures of INZ's published figures, in calendar days.
About this visa
You can apply for this resident visa if you have been on a Talent (Accredited Employer) Work Visa and have worked for an accredited employer for more than 2 years.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa take to process?
- As at 22 July 2026, Immigration New Zealand reports that 50% of recent Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa applications were completed within 4 weeks and 80% within 4 weeks. Individual applications can take longer, particularly if INZ requests further information.
- Why is my Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa application taking longer than the published time?
- The published figures are percentiles of recently decided applications, not a promise. Applications that are incomplete, need verification, or raise health, character or genuineness questions routinely exceed them. If your application is far outside the 80% figure, you can contact INZ or engage a licensed adviser or lawyer to follow up.
Application stuck or complicated?
A licensed adviser or lawyer can review where it is at. Send one enquiry and we will connect you with a licensed professional.
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- Pacific Access Category Resident Visa
- Parent Resident Visa
- Parent Retirement Resident Visa
- Partner of a New Zealander Resident Visa
Source: Immigration New Zealand's published processing-time figures. General information, not immigration advice.