New Zealand visas
Travellers who qualify for a visitor visa waiver can seek a Visitor Visa on arrival, with an NZeTA unless exempt.
Australian citizens and permanent residents of good character can receive a Resident Visa on arrival.
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These arrival arrangements apply to eligible visa waiver visitors and qualifying Australian citizens and permanent residents.
These arrival arrangements apply to eligible visa waiver visitors and qualifying Australian citizens and permanent residents.
There are 2 options: Visitor Visa on arrival under a visa waiver (a visa at the border); Australian Resident Visa arrival arrangement (a visa at the border).
Visitor visa waiver stays are generally up to 3 months, or up to 6 months for eligible British passport holders.
Many visitors must pay the NZ$100 visitor levy before travel when requesting an NZeTA. Australian citizens and permanent residents are exempt.
An acceptable passport or travel document; An NZeTA where required; Evidence of Australian permanent residence when relying on that status.
1. 1. Obtain an NZeTA before travelling if required. 2. 2. Apply for the relevant entry permission at the border.
Meet the requirements of the relevant visa waiver or Australian residence arrangement.
Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the New Zealand visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.
Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.
On New Zealand's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.
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