Your passport must be valid. Check its expiry date to make sure it meets the rules for acceptable travel documents. If you are a New Zealand citizen and you need to renew your passport, make sure you allow plenty of time before you travel.
Renew or replace your adult passport – New Zealand Government
Is my passport acceptable for travel to New Zealand? – Immigration NZ
If you are not a New Zealand or Australian citizen, you may need to apply for a visa or a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) to enter New Zealand.
Check if you need a visitor visa or an NZeTA – New Zealand Government
When coming to New Zealand to visit, study or work, we strongly encourage you to get travel insurance. Some visa categories require you to hold insurance as a condition of your visa.
Before you buy travel insurance, we recommend you check what cover it provides. New Zealand has reciprocal health agreements with Australia and the United Kingdom (UK).
Reciprocal health agreements – Te Whatu Ora | Health New Zealand
You will need to complete a Passenger Arrival Card.
If you need urgent medical help call 111.
If you feel unwell, call Healthline for free on 0800 358 5453 for advice, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If using an international SIM, you will need to call +64 9 358 5453
Self-isolation requirements for travellers – COVID-19 Health Hub
For more information about arriving into New Zealand by sea please visit:
Make sure you have the latest information when planning your journey and check back on this website for the latest information, as entry rules and requirements are subject to change.
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