What documents do I need?

By default a clear copy of your passport bio page and a recent passport-size photo, plus an email for your approved NZeTA.

How long does the NZeTA take?

It can be issued quickly but may take up to about three days — request yours before you travel.

How long can I stay in New Zealand?

Each visit can last up to 90 days. The NZeTA is valid for two years, or until your passport expires, for multiple visits.

Do you need a New Zealand visa?

Planning a trip to New Zealand? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the New Zealand NZeTA entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 3 days. Most international travellers need a New Zealand NZeTA before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your New Zealand visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a New Zealand visa online?

Applying for a New Zealand NZeTA with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest New Zealand immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your New Zealand ETA is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your New Zealand visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a New Zealand visa cost?

A New Zealand NZeTA costs $49 through VisitsVisa. The $49 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own New Zealand visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does New Zealand visa processing take?

Standard New Zealand visa processing usually takes 3 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your New Zealand ETA is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a New Zealand visa valid and how long can I stay?

The New Zealand NZeTA permits a stay of Up to 90 days per visit and is valid for 2 years or until passport expires (multiple entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason New Zealand applications are refused.

New Zealand Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | NZeTA

New Zealand NZeTA Information

TypeElectronic Travel Authority

Length of StayUp to 90 days per visit

Validity2 years or until passport expires

EntryMultiple entry

MethodPassport-linked NZeTA

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

All documents are securely processed and protected.

Top Places to Visit in New Zealand

Milford Sound

Queenstown

Hobbiton

Aoraki / Mount Cook

Auckland

Rotorua

Track Your Application

How New Zealand ETA Process Works

1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

4
Submitted to Embassy
Sent to the New Zealand embassy for approval.

5
Get Your ETA Approval
ETA approval delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Visa-waiver visitors and transit passengers need an NZeTA before travelling to New Zealand. It is linked to your passport, valid up to two years, and the International Visitor Levy is collected alongside it.

Eligible nationalities

3 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Visa-waiver visitors, and travellers transiting through Auckland, must hold an NZeTA before departure.

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VisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The New Zealand visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official New Zealand visa portal
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New Zealand Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
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IATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

Next reviewOctober 2026

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New Zealand Visa

New Zealand NZeTA Information

Documents Required

Top Places to Visit in New Zealand

How New Zealand ETA Process Works

Fill Form

Make Payment

Upload Document

Submitted to Embassy

Get Your ETA Approval

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Eligible nationalities

Frequently Asked Questions

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