Oceania
New Zealand passport and entry requirements
Passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your departure date.
Last reviewed:
Level 1· Exercise Normal PrecautionsNew ZealandState Dept. updated April 29, 2026
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise normal precautions in New Zealand . New Zealand is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our country information page for additional information on travel to New Zealand. If you decide to travel to New Zealand: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important u
Passport you need
U.S. citizens need a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) plus the International Visitor Levy before boarding.
Official U.S. Department of State country informationVisa and travel authorizations
NZeTA. Apply only through the official government website — lookalike sites charge a markup for the same authorization.
Before you book
- 1. Open your passport and read the expiration date. If it falls inside the validity window above, renew before you buy tickets.
- 2. Count your blank visa pages. Pages marked "amendments and endorsements" do not count as visa pages.
- 3. File any ETA, e-visa or arrival form on the official site, days before departure rather than at the airport.
- 4. Carry the passport book, not just the card, for any international flight.