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NZeTA for UK Citizens

Complete guide for British travelers visiting New Zealand - Requirements, fees, and application process

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Quick Facts for UK Citizens

NZeTA Required

All British 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)

90 Day Stays

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

Do UK Citizens Need an NZeTA?

Yes, all British passport holders must obtain an NZeTA before traveling to New Zealand. This requirement applies to citizens from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The NZeTA has been mandatory since October 2019 for all UK nationals, whether traveling for tourism, business, or transit.

The United Kingdom is on New Zealand's visa-waiver country list. This means UK citizens don't need a traditional visa - just an NZeTA. The process is entirely online and much simpler than a visa application.

When British Citizens Need NZeTA:

Tourism & Holidays: Visiting for sightseeing, visiting friends or family
Business Visits: Attending meetings, conferences, or short business trips
Transit: Connecting through Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch airports
Cruise Ships: Arriving in New Zealand ports during a cruise

Brexit Note: Despite the UK leaving the EU, British citizens still need an NZeTA to visit New Zealand. The visa-waiver status remains unchanged. Apply online before your departure.

NZeTA Requirements for UK Citizens

Valid British Passport

Your UK passport must be:

Valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from New Zealand
In good condition with readable passport number and bio-data page
Both burgundy (EU) and blue (post-Brexit) UK passports are accepted

Contact Information

A valid email address to receive your NZeTA approval. Make sure to check your spam/junk folder if you don't receive the confirmation within 72 hours.

Payment Method

UK debit or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) to pay the NZeTA application fee securely online. All major UK banks are accepted.

Travel Details

You'll need to provide:

Intended arrival date in New Zealand
New Zealand accommodation address (hotel, Airbnb, or host address)
Purpose of visit (holiday, business visit, or transit)

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