Before you travel to New Zealand
You may not be allowed to board your flight or cruise to New Zealand if you do not have a valid passport, the right visa or an NZeTA.
Your journey to New Zealand
Find out how to prepare for your travel to New Zealand — who needs an NZeTA, the identity documents and evidence you need, and what happens when you arrive.
Preparing a visa application
- The application process
- Your journey to New Zealand
- Before you travel to New Zealand
- Arriving in New Zealand
- If you are a premium loyalty programme member
- Visiting New Zealand on business
- Health
- Identity and character
- Financial arrangements
- English language
- Bringing or joining family
- Studying in New Zealand
- Working in New Zealand
- Living in New Zealand permanently
Arriving in New Zealand
When you arrive in New Zealand, you must apply for entry permission and answer questions about biosecurity and customs.
If you are a premium loyalty programme member
Members of some premium loyalty programmes such as frequent flyer programmes or flight clubs, can benefit from streamlined visitor visa processing.
Visiting New Zealand on business
If you plan to travel to New Zealand on business, check to see if you need a visa or an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority).