Transit Visa Waiver Countries

People from certain countries are not required to apply for a visa when transiting through New Zealand but are obligated to obtain an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority).

Traveling through New Zealand in transit.

Travelers from transit visa waiver countries passing through Auckland International Airport on their way to another country do not need to apply for a visa.

However, they are required to obtain an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) before their journey.

INFORMATION ABOUT NZETA

List of transit visa waiver countries

Bahamas
Bermuda
Bolivia
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
Federated States of Micronesia
Indonesia
Kiribati
Nauru
Palau
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Republic of Marshall Islands
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Thailand
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Venezuela

The majority of NZeTA applications are typically processed within 72 hours. While many are processed faster, some might take longer. To prevent any potential delays, we recommend requesting an NZeTA well ahead of your travel date.