New Zealand eVisa & Travel Information (2025)

Introduction: New Zealand requires an NZeTA for visa‑waiver nationals and a Visitor Visa for others. Auckland (AKL) is the primary gateway.

Introduction

New Zealand requires an NZeTA for visa‑waiver nationals and a Visitor Visa for others. Auckland (AKL) is the primary gateway.

Tourist

Visa‑waiver nationals must obtain an NZeTA and pay IVL before travel; others apply for a Visitor Visa. Stays are typically up to 6 or 9 months depending on circumstances.

Business

Business visitor activities are allowed within limits; paid employment requires a work visa.

Student

Student visas require an offer of place, proof of funds and insurance; attendance and conditions compliance are required.

Retirement/Long‑stay: There is no general retirement visa; a few limited pathways exist and may be capped or closed.

Retirement/Long‑stay

There is no general retirement visa; a few limited pathways exist and may be capped or closed.

Transit

A Transit Visa is required for some nationalities; Transit Visa Waiver and NZeTA rules apply depending on passport/route.

e‑Arrival/Arrival Card: The New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) replaces the paper arrival card and should be completed online.

e‑Arrival/Arrival Card

The New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) replaces the paper arrival card and should be completed online.

Immigration NZ: https://www.immigration.govt.nz | NZ Traveller Declaration: https://www.travellerdeclaration.govt.nz

Eligibility

NZeTA applies to visa‑waiver and transit‑visa‑waiver passport holders (e.g., most EU states, UK, USA, Canada, Australia residents for return, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and others). Visa‑required nationals must obtain a Visitor Visa. Confirm via Immigration NZ. Notes on Europe — Schengen, UK, France were already included above; their “countries allowed” are best verified through official checkers due to frequent adjustments. Always verify the latest eligibility (visa‑free, e‑Visa, VoA) and requirements for your passport using the official links provided for each country before booking travel.

Always verify current visa rules on official government sites before travel.