New Zealand eTA

New Zealand provides eTAs to eligible travelers from around the world. An eTA allows travelers to enjoy holidays, visit friends and family, and travel.

The eTA gives travelers the opportunity to visit New Zealand multiple times during its validity period. It comes with a two (2) year validity.

Once in New Zealand, the consecutive stay limit is three (3) months for any eTA-eligible citizens. UK citizens can stay up to six (6) months consecutively.

The convenient part of the New Zealand eTA is that you do not have to visit the embassy or consulate to apply. The application can be done online within a few minutes.

We have a dedicated team of professional visa consultants who make sure your application is error-free. If there is something that needs to be corrected, we get in touch with you immediately. This keeps our visa approval rate high.

After you submit your eTA application online, the processing time is within 72 hours. When it is ready, it gets sent to you via email.

You will need the following information and documents to apply for your New Zealand eTA:

The requirements mentioned above are general requirements that fit all eTA applicants. Depending on your country of citizenship, some additional information may be required.

Make sure to check the full requirements of your country by clicking on your country name from the list above. To learn more about the visa application process and fees, please contact us via WhatsApp.

Most visitors need to have a visa to visit New Zealand. Here are the reasons why you will need to have a visa indefinitely:  

Foreign Cruiseship and Commercial Airline crew members will need a Crew eTA. Crew eTA is valid for five (5) years.

Travelers transiting through New Zealand can only transit through Auckland International Airport. You can stay in the transit area of the airport as a transit passenger for less than 24 hours.

If you are from the list of transit visa exemption list or have an eTA, you may transit through the airport. Here are the transit visa exemption countries and territories:

As other New Zealand airports do not have a transit area, you will need to have a transit visa or eTA. This is because you have to leave the airport and enter the country until your transit flight.

To enter New Zealand, you will need to have the following documents with you:

A New Zealand eTA is an electronic visa that allows you to enter New Zealand. It can be used for tourism, family visits, business meetings, or transit from Auckland International Airport. The eTA application process is online and takes little time to complete.

Citizens of certain countries need an eTA to enter New Zealand. You can check if you are eligible from the list above.

You can apply for a New Zealand eTA online. Contact us on WhatsApp for your application form and details. 

The general documents required for a New Zealand eTA are a digital copy of your valid passport with six (6) months of validity, a digital copy of your recently taken passport-sized photo, and travel information. You can get the full details specific to your country by clicking on your country name from the list above. 

The New Zealand eTA processing usually takes 72 hours. This timeframe does not include public holidays, weekends, or the day you submit your application. 

A New Zealand eTA is typically valid for three (3) months. UK citizens get an eTA validity up to six (6) months from the issue date. 

You can stay in New Zealand for 3 or 6 months per visit. The stay limit depends on your citizenship.

Yes, you can extend your stay in New Zealand if you travel with an eTA. Contact our visa consultants if you need a visa extension for further information and instructions. 

The price of New Zealand eTA or NZeTA is mentioned on this page. You can check out the latest pricing from here anytime you want. For further queries and specific information about the cost, contact us directly from our chatbot.

Yes, you can apply for family members. You will need to fill out separate application forms for each family member. 

Yes, every traveler, including children and babies, needs a separate eTA.

If you have an eTA or come from a transit visa exemption country, you do not need a transit visa while transiting through New Zealand. Remember, you can only transit through Auckland International Airport in New Zealand. Your transit time should be less than 24 hours, and you should stay in the transit area.

If you are transiting through other New Zealand airports, you will need an eTA. As there is no transit area in them, you will have to leave the airport before your transit flight.

If your New Zealand eTA application gets rejected, you can apply again. We recommend you have all the required information and documents in order before you apply. You can also consult with our visa consultants, who can assist you in checking your visa application. 

You can check your New Zealand eTA application status from your account with us. Simply log in using the email and password you used to apply for your eTA. You can also download your eTA from your account once it is ready.

No, an eTA is for cruises, family and friends visits, and tourism only. You cannot work with an eTA in New Zealand. 

No, you need a student visa if you want to study in New Zealand.

Upon arrival in New Zealand, you need to present your eTA in printout form, valid passport, and New Zealand Travelers Declaration (NZTD) at the immigration.

Yes, you will need to print out your New Zealand eTA to enter the country. 

Overstaying can result in deportation from New Zealand. It is advised not to overstay your eTA in New Zealand. You can extend your eTA if you wish to stay longer. 

No, once the visa application is submitted and the visa fee is paid, you cannot cancel it. We recommend you be sure about your trip before you submit your application to avoid any inconvenience.

If you make a mistake in your eTA application and you are aware of it, we recommend you contact our customer support. They will correct it right away. Moreover, we check your New Zealand visa application before processing, so if we find any errors, we will contact you immediately. 

Yes, you can apply for a New Zealand eTA online from anywhere. Please check the country list from above to see if you are eligible for an eTA. 

Yes, there are a few countries that have visa exemptions in New Zealand. Check if your country is on the list before applying for the visa.

Common reasons for New Zealand eTA rejection include incomplete applications, incorrect information, or security issues.

Yes, you can apply for an eTA if you are of dual nationality. Make sure you apply using the passport you’ll travel with.

An eTA covers short business trips. It serves both business and leisure travel.

No, the application fee is non-refundable. This is the New Zealand Immigration policy.