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New Zealand Visa Requirements 2026

ETA 3-6 months NZD $23 (NZeTA) + IVL NZD $100

Visa requirements for New Zealand: electronic travel authorisation for up to 3-6 months, NZD $23 (NZeTA) + IVL NZD $100. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.

Last updated 30 May 2026 · Source: Warnely editorial team + official government source

New Zealand visa at a glance

Policy: Electronic travel authorisation
Length of stay: 3-6 months
Cost: NZD $23 (NZeTA) + IVL NZD $100
Passport: Valid 3+ months beyond departure.
Official source: nzeta.immigration.govt.nz

NZeTA NZD $23 + International Visitor Levy NZD $100 for visa-waiver nationalities (US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/Japan etc.). Valid 2 years.

NZeTA required ($23 NZD, 90 days).

Customs allowances

50 cigarettes, 3 bottles alcohol. STRICT biosecurity – declare ALL food and outdoor equipment.

Prohibited items

Extremely strict biosecurity. Dirty hiking boots may be confiscated. Declare ALL food. Drone regulations apply.

This is editorial summary, not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's official immigration website (nzeta.immigration.govt.nz) or your nearest embassy before travel. Requirements vary by passport — the rules above reflect the most common cases for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ visitors.

Frequently asked questions about New Zealand visas

Do I need a visa to visit New Zealand?

Electronic travel authorisation applies for New Zealand: NZeTA NZD $23 + International Visitor Levy NZD $100 for visa-waiver nationalities (US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/Japan etc.). Valid 2 years.

How much does a New Zealand visa cost?

The New Zealand visa costs NZD $23 (NZeTA) + IVL NZD $100. This is the published fee on the official application channel (nzeta.immigration.govt.nz/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.

How long can I stay in New Zealand?

The standard electronic travel authorisation allows 3-6 months per entry. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.

What passport validity does New Zealand require?

Valid 3+ months beyond departure.

Where do I apply for a New Zealand visa?

Apply directly at the official government source: https://nzeta.immigration.govt.nz/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.