NZeTA Visa Information

The NZeTA Visa (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) is a digital entry requirement that allows eligible tourists, business travellers, and transit passengers to visit New Zealand for short-term stays. All non-citizens from visa-waiver countries must obtain a New Zealand eTA before travelling.

New Zealand eTA Requirements – What You Need to Know

The New Zealand eTA is an Electronic Travel Authority for travellers wishing to visit New Zealand for short-term stays of up to 90 days. It was introduced to simplify visa processes for citizens of eligible countries. Applicants must provide personal details, travel information, and passport data. The payment includes the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) for tourism purposes. Australian permanent residents are exempt from the IVL.

NZeTA Key Specifications

• Available to citizens of 60+ eligible nationalities — apply online.
• Passengers arriving by cruise ship from any country may also apply for an NZeTA.
• Permits entry to New Zealand for up to 90 days per visit with a valid NZeTA Online.
• Valid for two years with multiple entries allowed.
• Applicants must be in good health and not travelling for medical treatment.
• Apply at least 48–72 hours before departure to allow processing time.
• The NZeTA application is completed entirely online — no embassy visit required.

NZeTA Validity & Authorised Stay

The New Zealand eTA grants visitors a stay of up to ninety (90) days in New Zealand per entry. Most applications are processed within one business day; however, some may take up to 48–72 hours. The NZeTA is valid for two years from the date of approval and permits multiple entries. UK citizens may stay in New Zealand for up to six months with their New Zealand eTA.

Countries Eligible for NZeTA – Visa Waiver Nations

Visa waiver countries and territories

Austria	Andorra	Argentina	Belgium	Bulgaria	Bahrain
Brazil	Brunei	Cyprus	Croatia	Czech Republic	Canada
Chile	Denmark	Estonia	Finland	France	Germany
Greece	Hungary	Hong Kong	Ireland	Italy	Iceland
Israel	Japan	Kuwait	Latvia	Lithuania	Luxembourg
Liechtenstein	Malta	Macau	Malaysia	Mauritius	Mexico
Monaco	Netherlands	Norway	Oman	Poland	Portugal
Qatar	Romania	Slovakia	Singapore	Slovenia	Sweden
San Marino	Saudi Arabia	Spain	Seychelles	South Korea	Switzerland
Taiwan	UK	UAE	United States	Uruguay	Vatican City

Transit visa waiver countries

Bahamas	Bermuda	Bolivia	Colombia	Costa Rica	Ecuador
Indonesia	Kiribati	Micronesia	Marshall Islands	Nauru	Palau
Panama	Papua New Guinea	Paraguay	Peru	Philippines	Solomon Islands
Samoa	Thailand	Tonga	Tuvalu	Vanuatu	Venezuela

NZeTA Passport Requirements

To apply for a New Zealand eTA visa, your passport must meet the following requirements:

• Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your arrival date in New Zealand.
• Passport must have been issued by a country in New Zealand's Visa Waiver Programme (if travelling by air).
• Passengers arriving by cruise ship may hold a passport from any country.
• The name on your passport must exactly match the name on your NZeTA application.

What Can and Cannot Be Done with the New Zealand eTA?

The NZeTA visa permits tourism, visiting family and friends, short business trips, and transit through New Zealand. It does not permit: purchasing property, receiving medical treatment, starting a business, investing in New Zealand, or taking up employment.

Important Things to Consider Before Applying for NZeTA

• Valid for tourist, transit, and business purposes.
• Maximum stay of 90 days per visit. For longer stays, a different New Zealand visa category is required.
• Not applicable for New Zealand or Australian residents and citizens.
• British citizens may stay for up to 6 months per visit.
• Upon arrival, you may need to show proof of sufficient funds — typically NZD 1,000 per month of intended stay.
• The NZeTA has been mandatory for eligible travellers since October 2019.
• Apply at least 72 hours before departure; some applications may take longer.

Who Does Not Require an NZeTA?

The following visitors are exempt from the NZeTA requirement:

• Any person who holds or is required to hold a New Zealand visa
• Australian citizens
• New Zealand citizens or residents travelling on a New Zealand passport
• Crew and passengers of non-cruise vessels
• Crew on foreign cargo ships
• Members of a visiting force and associated group personnel
• Foreign nationals travelling under The Antarctic Treaty
• Official guests of the New Zealand Government

Frequently Asked Questions – NZeTA Visa Information