Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No/2 | No |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/3 | Yes |
PassportsPassport valid for
at least one month beyond the intended period of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasNot required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months except:
1. nationals of the UK who may stay for up to six months;
2. nationals of Australia who may stay indefinitely.
Visa NoteNationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact their nearest New Zealand Immigration Service to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
3. Visa waiver does not apply to people traveling on alien (non-citizen) passports issued by Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia.
WarningTravelers visiting remote areas should ensure that their journey details are made known to local authorities or friends/relatives before setting out. New Zealand weather can be treacherous, especially in winter.
Most visits to New Zealand are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | No | |
| Hepatitis A | No | |
| Malaria | No | |
| Rabies | No | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | No | |
| Yellow Fever | No | |
Health CareMedical facilities, both public and private, are of a high standard. Telephone numbers for doctors and hospitals are listed at the front of the white pages of local telephone directories. Should you need drugs or pharmaceutical supplies outside normal shopping hours, refer to ‘Urgent Pharmacies’ in the local telephone directory for the location of the nearest pharmacy or check with your hotel. Many hotels have doctors on call.
Long-staying visitors with a valid permit to stay for two or more years are entitled to health care services on the same basis as New Zealand citizens. There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK, which entitles short-term British visitors to publicly funded health treatment. They will receive free treatment as a hospital inpatient, but must pay some charges for any services provided by outpatients and private doctors.
Comprehensive medical insurance is strongly recommended before traveling to cover any additional charges. If you intend to participate in adventure activities, such as bungee jumping or white-water rafting, you should ensure that your travel insurance covers these types of activities.
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