Getting here

Travelling to Aotearoa New Zealand is easy with available flights from many international destinations.

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Essential information

Understand what to expect from New Zealand's weather, currency and immigration requirements. Planning out the key details of your trip in advance can help you ensure your trip to New Zealand goes without issue.

Biosecurity

In order to protect New Zealand and its environment, certain items are not allowed to be brought into the country, have restrictions for entry, or must be declared if they are deemed to present a biosecurity risk. These include food, plants, animal products and outdoor recreational equipment. You may risk a fine if you fail to comply. For more information on what items to declare visit the Ministry for Primary Industries.

Climate

The weather varies throughout New Zealand by region and by season. The far north of New Zealand is subtropical whilst the south is more temperate. Learn more about weather, climate, and seasons in New Zealand.

Currency

The currency used is the New Zealand Dollar (NZD). All major credit cards can be used in New Zealand, with Visa and MasterCard accepted most widely. All goods and services are subject to a 15% Goods and Services Tax (GST) included in the display price. Learn about average price for accommodation, food, and services.

Electricity

New Zealand's electricity supply runs at 230/240 volts and uses angled two or three pin plugs (the same as Australia and parts of Asia).

Internet & phone coverage

Staying connected in New Zealand is easy with a little forward planning. Learn more about New Zealand’s main mobile networks and free WiFi hotspots.

isite New Zealand

isite is New Zealand’s official visitor information network with over 60 isite locations found throughout New Zealand. Speak to a travel expert at your nearest isite for local knowledge, itinerary planning, and travel, transport, and activity bookings throughout New Zealand.

Qualmark

Whether you are looking for places to stay, things to do or ways to get around, Qualmark – New Zealand tourism’s official quality assurance organisation – provides a trusted guide to quality travel experiences. Qualmark’s Sustainable Tourism Business criteria has been recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), meaning all Qualmark certified businesses meet global standards of sustainability across five key pillars: business systems, environment, people, community and culture, and health and safety.

Find out more about Qualmark.

Time zone

New Zealand is one of the first places in the world to see the new day, 12 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).

Travel and medical insurance

Please arrange adequate travel insurance coverage prior to your departure for New Zealand.

Vaccinations

No vaccinations are required to visit New Zealand.

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