Visa-free for Brazilians, with an NZeTA
Brazil is on New Zealand's visa-waiver list. That means Brazilian citizens can travel to New Zealand for tourism, family visits, business meetings or short study without applying for a visa. Since 1 October 2019, though, every visa-waiver traveller has needed an NZeTA before boarding a flight or cruise to New Zealand.
Think of it as a pre-travel check. You submit your details online, the New Zealand immigration authorities assess them, and you receive a decision by email. An approved NZeTA:
- Is valid for up to 2 years, or until your passport expires
- Can be used for multiple trips
- Allows you to stay up to 90 days on each visit
- Is linked electronically to your passport, so you don't need a sticker or stamp in advance
English courses and short study
New Zealand is a popular destination for Brazilians who want to improve their English. The NZeTA allows you to study for up to 3 months in total. That covers most short English language courses, summer schools and professional workshops.
OK on an NZeTA
A 4-, 8- or 12-week English course, followed by travelling around the country, as long as the whole visit is within 90 days.
Needs a student visa
A course longer than 3 months, or any study that you plan to combine with part-time work.
Plan carefully if you're thinking about staying longer. You can't switch from an NZeTA to a work visa simply by finding a job after you arrive.
Your passport and Brazilian names
You'll need a Brazilian passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave New Zealand. The RG and driver's licence are not accepted.
Brazilian names are often long, with several given names and surnames. Common mistakes include leaving out a middle surname or putting Filho, Neto or Júnior in the wrong field. To avoid problems:
- Open your passport to the photo page and look at the two lines of letters at the bottom.
- Type your surnames exactly as shown before the double chevron (<<).
- Type all your given names exactly as shown after it.
- Leave out accents and the cedilla, for example Conceição becomes CONCEICAO.
Our team checks names, dates and passport numbers against your details before your application is submitted.
How to apply from Brazil
The application is online and takes about 10 minutes per traveller. You can add up to 10 people, which is ideal for families or groups of friends.
Enter contact and passport details
Your email, travel purpose and the passport details of each traveller.
Upload a photo
A clear photo of your face against a plain, light background. A phone photo taken by a friend is fine. Remove sunglasses and hats.
Answer the declarations
Questions about your health, criminal record and immigration history. Answer honestly.
Choose your speed and pay
Normal (48–72 hours), Emergency (24–48 hours) or Rush (12–24 hours). Pay with an international Visa, Mastercard or Amex card.
Your fee includes the IVL tourism levy. See the fees page for prices. Some Brazilian cards block international online payments by default, so check with your bank if your payment is declined.
Apply for your NZeTA from Brazil
Flights from São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
There are no non-stop flights from Brazil to New Zealand. The most common route is from São Paulo (Guarulhos) or Rio de Janeiro (Galeão) to Santiago de Chile, then across the Pacific to Auckland. Other options connect through the Middle East, North America or Australia.
If you go through the United States or Australia, check those countries' rules for Brazilians separately. Your New Zealand NZeTA doesn't cover them. Airlines will check your NZeTA when you check in in Brazil, so it must be approved before you leave home.
Brazil and New Zealand are both in the Southern Hemisphere, so your seasons match. July is winter in both countries, and New Zealand winters are colder than most of Brazil, so pack warm clothes if you're travelling mid-year.
What the NZeTA doesn't cover
- Any paid work, including hospitality, farm or fruit-picking jobs
- Study longer than 3 months
- Stays longer than 90 days per visit
- Travel on a different passport from the one you applied with
- Medical treatment as the main reason for your trip
For these, you need the appropriate visa from the New Zealand immigration authorities. Business travellers should read our business NZeTA guide to understand which activities are allowed.
Entry and biosecurity
On arrival, a border officer will check your passport and may ask about your plans. Be ready to show a return or onward ticket, proof of funds, your accommodation details and, for students, your course enrolment. You'll also need to complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration.
Biosecurity: declare all food, including cheese, sausages such as linguiça, dried beans, fresh fruit and seeds. New Zealand checks bags carefully, and undeclared items can mean an instant fine.
Planning your trip? Read our tourist NZeTA guide and the NZeTA FAQ. Travelling with friends from Portugal or Argentina? Their rules are on their own pages. When you're ready, start your New Zealand eTA application.
Perguntas frequentes: Brazilian travellers
No. Brazilian citizens can visit New Zealand without a visa for up to 90 days. You must apply for an NZeTA and have it approved before you travel.
Yes, as long as your course or courses last no more than 3 months in total. Longer study requires a student visa.
No. The RG identity card is accepted in some South American countries, but not in New Zealand. You need a valid Brazilian passport.
Copy your name exactly as it appears in the machine-readable zone of your passport. If "Filho" or "Junior" is part of the surname there, include it in the family name field.
No. No paid work is allowed on an NZeTA, including part-time or cash jobs. Working without the right visa can lead to removal and future travel bans.
Either can work because both are visa-waiver passports. Use the same passport for your NZeTA application, your flight booking and your arrival.
The price depends on the processing speed you choose and includes the IVL tourism levy. See our fees page for current prices.