Visa policy of New Zealand
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Non–New Zealand citizens wishing to enter the Realm of New Zealand must obtain a visa unless they are
- a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or
- a citizen of one of the 60 visa waiver eligible countries and territories
- a holder of the United Nations laissez-passer or
- eligible for visa-free travel under other specific provisions (visiting force, cruise ship passengers and crew, aircraft crew, etc.).
Both Australian citizens travelling on a Valid Australian Passport and permanent residents of Australia that present a valid Permanent Visa or Resident Return Visa are deemed to hold resident status in New Zealand upon arrival under the Trans-Tasman travel arrangement.
Visitors must hold passports that are valid for at least 3 months beyond the period of intended stay. Visitors are required to hold proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay: NZD 1,000 per person per month of stay or NZD 400 if accommodation has been prepaid. Visitors are required to hold documents required for their next destination.