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Samoan Quota Resident Visa

This is a New Zealand visa processed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ).

Verified from Immigration New Zealand on 2026-04-20

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Processing Time (p50–p80)

16.1 months to 27.6 months

Updated 2026-04-20 · Source: Immigration New Zealand

The current processing time for Samoan Quota Resident Visa is 16.1 months to 27.6 months. This data was last updated on 2026-04-20 from Immigration New Zealand.

About This Visa

If you are a Samoan citizen, you can register for this ballot to come to New Zealand. If we select and accept your registration, we invite you to apply for the Samoan Quota Resident Visa.

Percentile Breakdown

50th percentile (median)12 months
80th percentile21 months

Times shown in working days. Calendar time may be longer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Samoan Quota Resident Visa take?

Current processing time for Samoan Quota Resident Visa is 16.1 months to 27.6 months, based on the latest data from Immigration New Zealand.

When was Samoan Quota Resident Visa processing time data last updated?

The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Immigration New Zealand.

What factors affect Samoan Quota Resident Visa processing time?

Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.

Source: Source: WaitVisa.com — Immigration New Zealand, updated 2026-04-20