ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORITY
NZeTA — apply online
An NZeTA is a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority — an official authorization for short visits such as tourism or transit, linked to your passport. It is not a visitor visa.
Cleared in ~3 days Up to 3 months per visit Up to 6 months per visit
Who needs NZeTA?
- Travellers from an eligible country, visiting for a short stay — typically tourism, business or transit.
- Tourism (exploring, sightseeing, cultural experiences)
- Visiting friends and family
- Attending short-term study programs (up to 3 months)
- Attending events or business meetings (without paid work)
What you'll need
- Good Character — No criminal convictions or deportations.
- Good Health — No serious contagious diseases.
- Sufficient Funds — Evidence of sufficient funds to cover the stay.
- Return/Onward Ticket — Proof of a return flight or onward travel ticket.
- Payment — Payment for the NZeTA fee and the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL).
- Valid Passport — A scan of a passport valid for at least three or six months, depending on the issuing country, with two blank pages for official use.
- Photograph — A digital photo of your face that meets the government's requirements — portrait orientation, evenly lit, in color, plain light-colored background, showing your natural expression clearly.
- Proof of Onward Travel — Evidence of a return or onward travel ticket.
- Proof of Sufficient Funds — Bank statements, credit card statements, or travelers' cheques showing a minimum of NZD $1,000 per month or NZD $400 if accommodation is prepaid.
How to apply
Check you're eligible
Confirm your passport meets the validity rules and that your trip is for a purpose this authorisation covers; the covered purposes are listed on this page. Always confirm the details with the issuing authority.
Complete the guided form
Answer plain-language questions and upload the documents we ask for. We pre-check every field as you go.
We review and submit
Automated checks and our team verify everything for accuracy, then submit to the relevant authority on your behalf.
Receive your NZeTA
We email you as soon as the authority issues its decision, and your NZeTA is stored in your account. An approved NZeTA is permission to travel — entry is still decided at the border.
Processing, validity and stay
- Typical processing
- ~3 days
- Most travelers
- Up to 3 months per visit
- UK citizens
- Up to 6 months per visit
Get it right the first time
Small, avoidable mistakes are a common cause of NZeTA refusals. These are the ones we check for before your application is submitted.
- A passport without enough validity left for your trip
- A blurry, cropped or glare-covered passport photo page
- Names or dates that don't exactly match your passport
- Leaving the application until the last day before travel
NZeTA — FAQ
Online Visas is a streamlined solution for one of the most complex and time-consuming aspects of travel: the visa application process. Our mission is to make international travel more accessible by providing a smart, efficient, and stress-free way to apply for visas.
We simplify every stage of your visa application, saving you valuable time and eliminating unnecessary stress. With the support of our dedicated team from start to finish, you can be confident that your application is handled with accuracy, care, and professionalism.
The NZeTA, or New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority, is an official electronic authorisation that permits eligible travellers to visit New Zealand for short stays, such as tourism or transit, without the need for a traditional visitor visa.
Yes. Our process strictly follows the official guidance provided by the New Zealand Government. We ensure that every application we submit meets the required standards.
Your privacy is our priority. We handle your personal information securely with industry-standard encryption and only collect what's necessary to process your application. We never share your data without your consent.
Processing times vary depending on the visa type, your nationality, and current government processing capacity. In many cases, NZeTA applications are processed within a few business days, but we recommend applying well in advance of your travel date to avoid delays.
Yes. We use secure, encrypted payment gateways that meet the highest international security standards, ensuring your payment details are fully protected.
If you realise an error, you can contact our team via email and live chat to assist you.
Our customer support team is available via email and live chat to assist you at every stage of the process. We pride ourselves on providing clear, timely, and friendly guidance.
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