Visiting New Zealand
Travelling to and around New Zealand is easy. Use the following information to help prepare for your journey to our beautiful country or download our factsheet about visiting New Zealand.
Flights
Travelling to New Zealand is easy. Flights are available from many international destinations. New Zealand is only a 9-12 hour overnight flight from most countries on the Pacific Rim.
Learn more about getting to New Zealand.
Passports, visas & electronic travel authority (ETA)
When you arrive, your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure date, and if required, have a valid New Zealand visa.
New Zealand is visa free from 60 countries and territories. Visitors from visa-waiver countries must request an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) prior to coming to New Zealand. You may also have to pay an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). For more information on the ETA and IVL, visit Immigration New Zealand.
If a visa is required it will need to be a visitor visa.
Learn more about visas here:
- https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/general-information/visa-waiver-countries
- https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/what-we-do/our-strategies-and-projects/eta-new-requirements
Biosecurity
In order to protect New Zealand and its environment, certain items are not allowed to be brought into the country, have restrictions for entry, or must be declared if they are deemed to present a biosecurity risk. These include food, plants, animal products and outdoor recreational equipment. You may risk a fine if you fail to comply. For more information on what items to declare visit the Ministry for Primary Industries.
Hyperlink: www.mpi.govt.nz/travel-and-recreation/arriving-in-new-zealand/items-to-declare
Climate
The weather varies throughout New Zealand by region and by season. The far north of New Zealand is subtropical whilst the south is more temperate. Learn more about weather, climate, and seasons in New Zealand.
Hyperlink: www.newzealand.com/int/feature/new-zealand-climate-and-weather
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Head to newzealand.com for detailed information about travelling to and around New Zealand.
