There are about 60 nationalities that are allowed travel to New Zealand, these are called Visa-Free or Visa-Exempt. Nationals from these nationalities can travel/visit New Zealand without a visa for periods of up to 90 days.
Some of these countries include United States, all European Union member states, Canada, Japan, some Latin American countries, some Middle East countries). Citizens from the UK are allowed to enter New Zealand for a period of six months, without requiring a visa.
All the nationals from the above 60 countries, will now require an New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorisation (NZeTA). In other words, it is mandatory for citizens of the 60 visa-exempt countries to obtain an NZ eTA online before traveling to New Zealand.
Only Australian Citizen are exempt, even Australia permanent residents are required to obtain an New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorisation (NZeTA).
Other nationalities, which cannot enter without a visa, can apply for a visitor visa for New Zealand. More information is available on the Department of Immigration website.
When does New Zealand eTA expire?
The NZeTA will be valid for a period of 2 years and can be used for multiple visits.
Applicants will be required to pay a processing fee and tourist tax, the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL), to obtain the NZ eTA.
For Crew of airlines/cruise ships, NZeTA is valid for 5 years.
People who do not require a New Zealand Visa i.e. formerly Visa Free nationals, are required to obtain New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZeTA) in order to enter New Zealand.
It is compulsory for all nationals/citizen of the 60 visa-free countries to apply online for a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZeTA) application before traveling to New Zealand.
This New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZeTA) will be valid for a period of 2 years.
Citizens of Australia do not require New Zealand Electronic Travel Authorization (NZeTA) . Australians do not need a Visa or an NZ eTA to travel to New Zealand.
Check your eligibility and apply online at https://official-newzealand-eta.org
Contact Details: https://official-newzealand-eta.org
