Travel to New Zealand by air

New Zealand’s borders are fully open. Find out what requirements you need to meet to enter New Zealand by air.

Latest update — 31 July 2022

  • New Zealand's borders are now fully open to visitors from anywhere in the world.
  • The requirements on this page apply to travellers entering New Zealand by air.
  • Maritime passengers and crew should follow our guidance on travelling to New Zealand by sea.

Find out what you need to do enter New Zealand by sea

Preparing to travel to New Zealand

Use our step-by-step guide to help you plan your travel and get the right documentation you need to enter New Zealand.

Who can enter New Zealand

New Zealand's borders are now fully open to visitors from anywhere in the world.

Vaccination requirements

Most travellers must be vaccinated to enter New Zealand.

New Zealand Traveller Declaration

All travellers must complete the traveller declaration before travelling to New Zealand.

Testing requirements after arriving in New Zealand

Most travellers must take 2 rapid antigen tests after arriving in New Zealand.

Self-isolation requirements for travellers

If you have recently arrived in New Zealand and test positive for COVID-19, you must self-isolate for 7 days.

In an emergency

If you are a New Zealand citizen abroad you can get emergency consular assistance. You can access support for situations like lost or stolen passports, death, health issues and law infringements.

New Zealand cannot influence or guarantee another country or airline’s entry, exit or transit requirements. We also cannot help you book a commercial flight.

Get emergency consular help by calling:

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