Travel to New Zealand

New Zealand’s borders are reopening in stages throughout 2022.

Latest update — 21 June 2022

  • You do not need proof of a negative COVID-19 test to enter New Zealand.
  • Most travellers need to be vaccinated and take 2 rapid antigen tests (RATs) after arriving in New Zealand.
  • If you transit through New Zealand, you no longer need to be vaccinated or complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration.

Find out what you need to do enter New Zealand

When New Zealand's borders open

Over 2022, New Zealand's borders are reopening to allow more travellers to enter New Zealand.

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.

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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