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  • NZeTA errors

    Common NZeTA mistakes and how to avoid them

    Applying for a New Zealand eTA is usually straightforward, but it’s still worth taking the time to get it right. Even small oversights can lead to delays, extra questions before departure, or issues when you arrive in New Zealand. In this post, we explain common New Zealand eTA errors and th...

  • New Zealand travel restrictions

    New Zealand entry restrictions

    To enter New Zealand, visitors from almost all countries need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA). The information below explains the additional entry requirements for travellers to New Zealand, including: What’s needed if you have an approve...

  • New Zealand Traveller Declaration

    Online Traveller Declaration for visiting New Zealand

    The New Zealand Traveller Declaration is an electronic Arrival Card that replaces the paper Passenger Arrival Card required for entry to Aotearoa (New Zealand). This declaration collects key details about travellers, such as contact information, passport data, and flight details. The online...

  • Lost passport in New Zealand

    What happens if I lose my passport in New Zealand?

    Losing your passport can be a stressful and inconvenient experience. If you find yourself in this situation whilst visiting New Zealand, it’s important to act quickly to avoid problems during your stay and upon your return home. On this page, we’ll explain the challenges you could face if your...

  • nzeTA for digital nomads

    Rules for remote workers visiting New Zealand

    If your job lets you telecommute from any location, New Zealand may now be one of the destinations you can visit while keeping up your work commitments. The country has recently updated its visa policies to allow visitors to work remotely during their stay. The new conditions apply whether you’...

  • NZeTA for children

    Do children need an eTA for New Zealand?

    Children may need an NZeTA (New Zealand Travel Authority), depending on their nationality and the amount of time they will spend in the country. Some nationalities are not eligible for the eTA, whereas for others it is a requirement. General NZeTA entry requirements apply to minors. The NZeT...

  • Check your NZeTA status

    Check NZeTA Status

    The NZeTA is an online travel authorisation that grants eligible foreign nationals permission to enter New Zealand. Before embarking on a journey to the country, you may want to check your NZeTA status to make sure that it was approved and continues to be valid. If you have applied for a Ne...

  • Visiting New zealand with a criminal record

    Visiting New Zealand with a criminal record

    Travellers with a criminal record are often unsure whether they can apply for a New Zealand eTA or visa. Whilst New Zealand does have strict character requirements , However, having a past criminal conviction does not automatically prevent an individual from being granted entry to the country....

  • Travelling to New Zealand with dual citizenship

    Travelling to New Zealand with dual citizenship

    Many foreign citizens with 2 or more nationalities often wonder if it is possible to travel to New Zealand with dual citizenship. What’s more, these travellers are often unsure which passport to use to submit a visa or travel authorization application and pass through NZ immigration. This compl...