I am writing this letter to formally invite my dear friend, [Applicant's Name], to visit me in New Zealand. [Applicant's Name] and I have been close friends for [number of years] and we have always wanted to spend some quality time together. I am excited to announce that I will be able to host [Applicant's Name] in my home in New Zealand for [number of days/weeks].
During [Applicant's Name]'s stay, I would like to take [him/her] to some of the most beautiful tourist destinations in New Zealand and show [him/her] the cultural richness and natural beauty of my country. We also plan to catch up on old times and make new memories that will last a lifetime.
I would like to assure you that [Applicant's Name] will have a comfortable stay in my home and I am financially responsible for [his/her] expenses during [his/her] visit to New Zealand. [Applicant's Name] will also have a return ticket to [his/her] home country and will comply with all the immigration laws and regulations of New Zealand.
I would be grateful if you could grant [Applicant's Name] a visitor visa to New Zealand so that [he/she] may join me for this once in a lifetime opportunity. I am enclosing all the relevant documents including [Applicant's Name]'s passport, flight itinerary, and financial proofs.
Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
[Your Name and Signature]