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NZeTA for Japanese Citizens

Complete travel authorization guide for Japanese passport holders visiting New Zealand

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Quick Facts for Japanese Citizens

NZeTA Required

All Japanese passport holders need an NZeTA before traveling to New Zealand

Valid 2 Years

Multiple entries allowed over a 2-year period for tourism and business

24-72 Hours

Regular processing time (Express: 4-12 hours available)

90 Day Stays

Stay up to 90 days per visit for tourism or business purposes

Do Japanese Citizens Need an NZeTA?

Yes, all Japanese passport holders must obtain an NZeTA before traveling to New Zealand. Since October 2019, the New Zealand government has required Japanese citizens to apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) regardless of whether they're visiting for tourism, business, or transit purposes. This requirement applies to all Japanese nationals.

Japan is on New Zealand's visa-waiver country list, which means Japanese citizens don't need a traditional visa - just an NZeTA. This streamlined process makes travel between Japan and New Zealand much simpler and faster compared to traditional visa applications.

When Japanese Citizens Need NZeTA:

Tourism: Holidays, sightseeing, visiting friends or relatives in New Zealand
Business: Attending meetings, conferences, trade shows, or short-term business activities
Transit: Connecting through New Zealand airports en route to another destination
Cruise Ship Arrivals: Arriving in New Zealand as a cruise ship passenger

Important for Japanese Travelers: You cannot apply for an NZeTA at the airport or upon arrival in New Zealand. Airlines will verify your NZeTA status before allowing you to board flights. Apply at least 72 hours before departure to ensure approval.

Why Japan-New Zealand Travel Requires NZeTA

The NZeTA system was introduced as part of New Zealand's enhanced border security measures. Despite Japan and New Zealand's strong bilateral relationship and visa-free travel history, the NZeTA requirement helps New Zealand Immigration manage visitor arrivals more effectively and enhance security screening before travelers depart from Japan.

The good news for Japanese travelers is that the NZeTA process is entirely online, takes only about 10 minutes to complete, and provides approval electronically - no embassy visits, physical documents, or complex procedures required. This modern approach to immigration processing benefits both Japanese citizens and New Zealand Immigration Services.

Many Japanese travelers choose to apply through official channels like our platform to ensure their applications are processed correctly and efficiently. With 24-72 hour regular processing or 4-12 hour express options, you can apply at your convenience and receive approval before your trip.

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NZeTA Requirements for Japanese Citizens

Valid Japanese Passport

Your Japanese passport must meet these requirements:

Valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from New Zealand
In good condition with machine-readable zone clearly visible
Not damaged, torn, or water-damaged

Email Address

A valid email address to receive your NZeTA approval confirmation. Japanese travelers typically receive approval within 24-72 hours.

Payment Method

Credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or JCB) to pay the NZeTA application fee securely online.

Travel Information

Basic travel details you'll need to provide:

Expected arrival date in New Zealand
Accommodation address in New Zealand
Purpose of visit (tourism, business, or transit)

NZeTA Fees for Japanese Citizens

All fees are in USD and include both the NZeTA processing fee and the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL)

Tourist NZeTA

Regular Processing$135

24-72 hours processing

Valid for 2 years

90 days per visit

Express Processing$170

4-12 hours processing

Valid for 2 years

90 days per visit

Transit NZeTA

Regular Processing$85

24-72 hours processing

Valid for 2 years

24 hours transit time

Express Processing$105

4-12 hours processing

Valid for 2 years

24 hours transit time

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