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How to use the ESTA & eTA Checker
- 1Choose the country that issued your passport.
- 2See what you need for the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
- 3Apply only on the official government website or app linked on each card.
NZeTA at a glance
In the official NZeTA app or on the Immigration New Zealand website; allow up to 72 hours.
| NZeTA | |
|---|---|
| Fee | NZ$17 in the app (NZ$23 online) + NZ$100 visitor levy |
| Valid for | 2 years |
| Length of stay | Up to 3 months per visit (6 months for UK citizens) |
| Official website | www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/visas/visa/nzeta |
Who needs an NZeTA (60 nationalities)
Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City.
No authorisation needed
Australia.
Everyone else needs a visa
Citizens of the other 137 countries and territories must apply for a visitor visa before travelling to New Zealand. Use our visa checker to see the rules for your passport.
Good to know
- Needed by citizens of visa-waiver countries and by most transit passengers.
- Australian citizens don't need an NZeTA; Australian permanent residents need one but don't pay the visitor levy.
- Everyone else applies for a visitor visa.
Travel authorisations by country
Frequently asked questions
How much does the NZeTA cost?
NZ$17 in the app (NZ$23 online) + NZ$100 visitor levy when you apply on the official website or app. Unofficial agencies often charge several times more for the same application.
How long is the NZeTA valid?
2 years. Up to 3 months per visit (6 months for UK citizens).
How long does it take to get an NZeTA?
In the official NZeTA app or on the Immigration New Zealand website; allow up to 72 hours.