Who needs an NZeTA in Luxembourg
Every Luxembourg citizen travelling to New Zealand as a visitor needs an NZeTA. Luxembourg is on New Zealand's visa-waiver list, which means you don't apply for a visa, but the NZeTA has been mandatory for visa-waiver travellers since 1 October 2019.
The requirement applies whether you arrive by plane or on a cruise ship, and whether you are a tourist, visiting family or travelling for a short business trip. It also applies if you are only passing through Auckland International Airport on the way to another country.
Children are not an exception. Each traveller needs their own NZeTA, even a baby travelling on a parent's lap. You can add the whole family to one NZeTA application and pay once.
Residents with other passports
Luxembourg is unusual: a large part of its population holds citizenship of another country, and many more people commute in each day from France, Belgium and Germany. For New Zealand, your nationality matters, not your residence.
Passport from a visa-waiver country
Portuguese, French, Belgian, German, Italian and most other EU passport holders apply for an NZeTA in the same way as Luxembourg citizens.
Passport from another country
If your passport is not on New Zealand's visa-waiver list, a Luxembourg residence permit does not change that. You will usually need a visitor visa.
Dual nationals should choose one passport, apply for the NZeTA with it, and travel on that same passport. Using a different passport at check-in means the airline won't find your NZeTA.
Business travel from Luxembourg
Many trips from Luxembourg to New Zealand are linked to finance, logistics, steel, satellite communications or EU institutions. An NZeTA covers a range of business visitor activities, including:
- Meetings with clients, investors or partners
- Attending conferences, seminars and trade fairs
- Negotiating or signing contracts
- Visiting a New Zealand branch of your company for short consultations
It does not cover employment in New Zealand, or hands-on tasks such as installing systems for a local client. If you are unsure where your trip fits, read our business visitor guide before you apply.
How the application works
The online form is short and is written in plain English. Most people finish it in about ten minutes.
Enter your details
Start with your contact information and choose "Visit" or "Transit" as the reason for travel.
Add passport information
Copy your names from the passport's machine-readable zone. Luxembourg names with accents or umlauts appear without them in that line.
Answer the character and health questions
These are yes or no questions. Honest answers help avoid delays.
Upload a photo and pay
A clear phone photo is enough. Payment is by card, and the IVL levy is included for visitors.
We check your application for errors before it is submitted. Processing usually takes up to 72 hours, or less if you choose the emergency (24–48 hours) or rush (12–24 hours) option. See NZeTA fees and processing times for details.
Apply for an NZeTA from Luxembourg
Your journey south
Luxembourg Airport has good connections to the big European hubs. Travellers to New Zealand usually fly to Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, Zurich or London first, then take a long-haul flight via the Middle East, Asia or North America. Some prefer to take the train to Frankfurt or Brussels and start their flights there.
Check every country on your route. Your NZeTA only covers New Zealand. If you connect in the United States, you will also need US travel authorisation, even if you never leave the airport.
Remember that the seasons are reversed. The New Zealand summer runs from December to February, while the ski fields near Queenstown and Wanaka are busiest from about July to September.
Validity and repeat visits
| Rule | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Valid up to 2 years | One NZeTA can cover several trips, as long as your passport is still valid. |
| 90 days per visit | Each stay can be up to 90 days. Border officers may ask about your plans if you visit often. |
| Passport validity | Your passport must be valid for 3 months after the date you leave New Zealand. |
| New passport | A new passport means you need a new NZeTA. |
Entry checks and biosecurity
The NZeTA allows you to travel, but a border officer makes the final decision on entry. Have your return or onward ticket, proof of funds and accommodation details ready, and complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration before you arrive.
New Zealand's biosecurity rules are among the strictest in the world. Declare all food, including cheese, sausages, nuts, honey and fresh fruit. Clean any walking shoes or bicycles before you pack them.
Common questions from Luxembourg
No. Luxembourg is a visa-waiver country, so you can visit for up to 90 days without a visa. You do need an approved NZeTA before you fly or board a cruise ship.
It depends on your passport. Citizens of most EU countries, the UK and many others are also visa-waiver travellers. If your passport is not on the list, you will need a visitor visa.
No. You must travel with a passport, and it must be the same passport that you used to apply for your NZeTA.
Yes. Business visitor activities such as meetings, negotiations and conferences are allowed. Doing hands-on work for a New Zealand client or employer is not.
No. Transit passengers do not pay the IVL. If you are visiting New Zealand, the levy is included in your NZeTA fee.
No. An NZeTA is tied to one passport. If you get a new passport, apply for a new NZeTA before your next trip.