Do citizens of Australia need a visa for New Zealand? — Visa-free
Here's the current entry requirement for citizens of Australia travelling to New Zealand for tourism — and what to sort out before you go.
Visa-free
With your Australia passport you can enter New Zealand without a visa for short stays. Just travel with a valid passport and a return ticket.
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Last checked 2026-07-16
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Indicative figures compiled from third-party sources — not official, and not a fee charged by packset.travel. Always confirm the current fee on the official government site before you apply.
Good to know
- The NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) lets citizens of visa-waiver countries, cruise and cargo-ship passengers, and certain others travel to New Zealand without applying for a visa first. Request it before you travel and allow up to 72 hours for processing.
- Visa-waiver visitors may stay up to 3 months at a time, or up to 6 months for UK passport holders. Nationals not eligible for the NZeTA must apply for a visitor visa in advance.
- The NZeTA costs from NZD$17 and is valid for 2 years (5 years for crew members).
- An International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) of NZD$100 is also payable, usually together with the NZeTA request.
- Australian citizens do not need an NZeTA or a visa to visit; Australian permanent residents need an NZeTA. Check whether you need a visa or an NZeTA using Immigration New Zealand's official tool.
Travelling on a passport from Australia, you can enter New Zealand visa-free for short tourist stays. Carry a passport valid for your whole trip and proof of onward travel; border officers may still ask about your plans and funds.
Before you fly
New Zealand is one of 90 countries you can just walk into.
Scratch off where you have actually been. Light foil came free, dark foil cost you a visa — the sheet remembers which.
Frequently asked questions
With your Australia passport you can enter New Zealand without a visa for short stays. Just travel with a valid passport and a return ticket.
The exact length of stay depends on the visa or permit you're granted for New Zealand. Check the conditions on your entry document or with the embassy.
At a minimum, a passport valid for your stay and, where required, the relevant visa or travel authorization. New Zealand may also check onward tickets, accommodation and sufficient funds.
Indicative costs for New Zealand: eTA: 17 NZD; Visa: 100 NZD. These figures are compiled from third-party sources — not official, and not a fee charged by packset.travel. Confirm the current fee and apply on the official government site (linked above) before you travel.
For reference only
This visa information is provided for general guidance only and may be out of date. Entry rules change frequently and depend on your specific circumstances. Always confirm requirements with the official authorities of your destination and your airline before travelling. packset.travel accepts no liability for any inaccuracies or for any loss arising from reliance on this information.
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