COVID-19

The international border is reopening in stages for eligible travellers to enter New Zealand.

If you are a visa waiver traveller you can travel to New Zealand without needing to apply for a border exception.

If you hold a visitor visa you can travel to New Zealand without needing to apply for a border exception.

Information about travelling to New Zealand from, or through, a Pacific country.

You may travel to New Zealand while the border is closed if we consider it a critical purpose to travel.

Your next steps if you qualify to travel to New Zealand.

Visa information for international students outside New Zealand.

If you cannot complete the requirement to work in New Zealand because of the border closure you may be able to reapply and work through to residence on your return.

Immigration New Zealand will be refunding application fees and levies for temporary visa applications that cannot be processed due to New Zealand’s current border restrictions.

From 14 March 2022, working holiday visas will reopen for applications on a rolling basis.

From 14 March 2022, working holiday visas will reopen for applications on a rolling basis.

Information about entering New Zealand under border restrictions with a post-study work visa.

Entering New Zealand on a work visa during border restrictions.

Guidance for Australian citizens and permanent residents before travelling to New Zealand.

How to bring workers to New Zealand if you are an employer, including 'other critical workers'.

Migrant employer information including Recognised Seasonal Employer and Seasonal Supplementary Employer.

You are responsible for understanding how to meet the conditions of your visa in New Zealand at all times.

Visa, work, and welfare information for migrants or refugees currently inside New Zealand.

Visa and work information for student visa holders already in New Zealand.