eTA New Zealand Visa is a new entry requirement that provides authorisation to travel to and enter New Zealand for short-term stays, tourism or business visitor activities. All non-citizens require a Visa or electronic Travel Authorization to enter New Zealand.
The eTA New Zealand Visa (NZeTA) (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorisation) is an electronic travel authorisation which was launched by the Immigration Agency, Government of New Zealand after July 2019.
It is obligatory for citizens of all 60 visa waiver countries to obtain eTA New Zealand Visa (NZeTA), and all cruise travelers, by October 2019. All airline and cruise line crew will also need to hold a Crew eTA New Zealand Visa (NZeTA) before travelling to New Zealand (NZ).
The eTA New Zealand Visa (NZeTA) is valid for a period of 2 years and can be used for multiple visits. Applicants can apply for NZ eTA from their mobile, tablet, PC or computer and receive it in their email inbox by using this New Zealand eTA application form.
It is quick process which requires you filling an New Zealand eTA application form online, this can as little as five (5) minutes to complete. This is a completely online process. The payment for NZeTA can be made by Debit / Credit card. eTA New Zealand eTA (NZeTA) is issued within 48-72 hours after the application form has been successfully completed and fee paid by the applicant online.
Before October 1st 2019 there used to be a number of nationalities who could travel to New Zealand without obtaining a visa for up to 90 days. Citizens from the UK can enter for up to 6 months and Australians hold residency status on arrival.
However from October 1st, 2019 onwards, passport holders from all 60 visa waiver countries are required to apply for a eTA New Zealand Visa before travelling to the country, even if just transiting through New Zealand on the way to a final destination. The eTA New Zealand Visa is valid for a total of 2 years .
If coming by cruise ship, you can apply for eTA New Zealand eTA regardless of your nationality. You do not have to be from a New Zealand Visa Waiver country to get New Zealand eTA if mode of arrival is cruise ship.
All citizens of the following 60 countries will now need an eTA to visit New Zealand: