Apply for New Zealand Visa

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Visa Type Visa Cost (USD) Service Fee (USD) Number Of Entries Max Stay Validity Action
NZeTA-For Cruise Ship Traveller 47.00 49.00 Multiple 2 Year 2 Year
NZeTA-For Australia Residence Card 12.00 49.00 Multiple 2 Year 2 Year
NZeTA-For Cruise Ship Traveller

47.00

49.00

NZeTA-For Cruise Ship Traveller

Multiple

2 Year

2 Year

NZeTA-For Australia Residence Card

12.00

49.00

NZeTA-For Australia Residence Card

Multiple

2 Year

2 Year

New Zealand

The New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) is a digital visa that grants eligible travelers entry into New Zealand for short stays without the need for a traditional visa. Introduced in October 2019, the NZeTA streamlines the entry process for eligible visitors and helps strengthen New Zealand's border security. This guide will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the NZeTA, including requirements, the application process, and other relevant information.

How to apply for an NZeTA

Applying for an NZeTA is a simple online process, accessible through the official New Zealand Immigration website or the NZeTA app. The application process requires the following information:

  1. Personal details (name, date of birth, nationality, etc.)

  2. Passport information (number, issue date, expiry date, etc.)

  3. Contact details (email address, phone number, etc.)

  4. Travel plans and accommodation information.

  5. Health and character declarations.

Travellers must meet the following requirements to be granted an NZeTA:

  1. A valid, eligible passport with at least three months' validity beyond the intended departure date from New Zealand.

  2. A completed NZeTA application with accurate and truthful information.

  3. Payment of the NZeTA fee and International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL)

Validity of the NZeTA

The NZeTA is valid for two years from the date of issue and allows multiple entries into New Zealand. Travelers can stay up to 90 days per visit (or 180 days for UK citizens).

Documents Required for New Zealand eVisa Online / Visa on arrival / ETA / Invite letters

To apply for the NZeTA, travelers must:

  • Hold a valid passport from an eligible country.
  • Be visiting for tourism, business, or transit purposes.
  • Intend to stay in New Zealand for 90 days or less.
  • Be in good health and of good character.
  • Provide evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of their stay.

Urgent NZeTA application

If you require an NZeTA urgently, you can apply for an expedited processing option. Additional fees apply, and the processing time is generally within a few hours. However, it's always advisable to apply for the NZeTA well in advance of your intended travel date.

What happens if your NZeTA expires?

If your NZeTA expires, you must apply for a new one before traveling to New Zealand again. Make sure to check your NZeTA's expiry date and apply for a new one well ahead of your travel date.

Cost of the NZeTA

To find out the NZeTA Cost, you can utilize the fee tool created by the government. The visa fee is determined based on several factors, such as the type of visa, processing time, and the applicant's country. With the fee tool, you can quickly check the visa fee details by yourself.

Understanding the NZeTA application form

The NZeTA application form is straightforward, requiring basic personal, passport, and travel details. It also includes health and character declarations to ensure travelers meet entry requirements.

NZeTA: e-Visa or sticker-visa?

The New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) is an e-Visa, which means that it is entirely digital and does not require a physical sticker or stamp in the applicant's passport. Upon approval, the NZeTA is electronically linked to the traveler's passport, and border officials can access the NZeTA information when scanning the passport at entry points.

FAQs about New Zealand eVisa


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