Nova Zelândia NZeTA Requisitos 2026 — Documents, IVL & Eligibility Guide

Informações principais 2026
NZeTA fee (mobile app)NZD 17
NZeTA fee (web)NZD 23
International Visitor Levy (IVL)NZD 35 (mandatory, paid with NZeTA)
NZeTA validity2 years from grant date
Stay per visitUp to 90 days
Passport validityValid for duration of stay
Processing timeInstant to 72 hours

Visão geral das Nova Zelândia NZeTA Requisitos 2026

Visitors from visa-waiver countries (including USA, UK, EU nations, Canada, Japan and more) must obtain a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) before boarding their flight to New Zealand. The NZeTA is applied for at immigration.govt.nz or via the official NZeTA mobile app. It costs NZD 17 (mobile) or NZD 23 (web) plus the mandatory International Visitor Levy (IVL) of NZD 35, payable together during the application. The NZeTA is valid for 2 years and allows multiple visits of up to 90 days each.

Lista de documentos necessários for NZeTA 2026

  • Valid passport — must be valid for duration of stay
  • Passport biographic page scan or photo (for NZeTA application)
  • A selfie photo (taken in app or uploaded online)
  • Valid email address for approval notification
  • Credit or debit card for NZD 17/23 + NZD 35 IVL
  • Return or onward flight ticket (for immigration officer)
  • Sufficient funds — NZD 1,000 per month or NZD 400 per month if accommodation prepaid

Eligibility — Who Needs an NZeTA?

NZeTA is required for all passport holders of NZeTA-eligible countries who are travelling to Nova Zelândia by air. Citizens of Australia do not need an NZeTA. If your country is not on the visa-waiver or NZeTA-eligible list, you must apply for a visitor visa. Check your eligibility on the immigration.govt.nz visa wizard before applying. Cruise passengers arriving by sea in New Zealand do not need an NZeTA.

Como solicitar for NZeTA

Download the official NZeTA app or visit immigration.govt.nz/nzeta. Provide passport details, upload a photo, answer health and character declarations, and pay NZD 17/23 + NZD 35 IVL. Most applications are decided instantly; some may take up to 72 hours. The NZeTA is linked electronically to your passport — no printout is required. Apply before booking non-refundable flights in case of any eligibility issues.

Categorias de Visto

CategoryVisa TypeDurationFeeKey Requirements
TouristNZeTA (Electronic Travel Authority)Up to 90 days per visitNZD 17 (app) / NZD 23 (online) + NZD 35 IVLVisa-waiver countries (US, UK, EU, etc.), online at immigration.govt.nz
TouristVisitor VisaUp to 9 months (varies)NZD 246All nationalities, financial evidence, genuine visitor intent
TouristVisa-Free (Australian citizens)IndefiniteFreeAustralian citizens — automatic right to live and work
BusinessBusiness Visitor VisaUp to 3 monthsNZD 246Business meetings, conferences, no employment
WorkAccredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)Up to 3 yearsNZD 750Job offer from accredited employer, median wage or above, job check
WorkWorking Holiday Visa12-23 monthsNZD 455Age 18-30 (35 for some countries), bilateral agreement country
WorkPost-Study Work Visa1-3 yearsNZD 700Completed eligible NZ qualification, applied within 3 months of study visa expiry
WorkEssential Skills Work VisaUp to 5 yearsNZD 750Job offer in skill-shortage area, employer support
WorkSkilled Migrant Category (SMC)Permanent ResidenceNZD 580 (EOI) + NZD 3,310 (PR)Points-based (160+ points), skilled employment, age under 56
StudentStudent VisaDuration of courseNZD 375Offer of place from NZ institution, financial proof (NZD 20,000/year), NZQA approved
FamilyPartnership VisaTemporary or PermanentNZD 760 (temp) / NZD 1,840 (residence)Genuine and stable relationship with NZ citizen/resident (12+ months cohabitation)
FamilyParent Visa (Resident)PermanentNZD 3,310Sponsored by adult child in NZ, income requirements, expression of interest
InvestorInvestor Visa (Category 1)PermanentNZD 3,310NZD 15M investment for 3 years, no English/age requirements
InvestorInvestor Visa (Category 2)PermanentNZD 3,310NZD 3M investment for 4 years, age under 65, English (IELTS 3+), 3 years business experience
TransitTransit Visa24 hoursFreeTransit through Auckland, confirmed onward flight
DiplomaticDiplomatic / OfficialDuration of postingFreeDiplomatic passport

Prazos e Taxas

Visa TypeStandard ProcessingExpedited ProcessingExpedited Cost
NZeTAUsually instant (up to 72 hours)N/AN/A
Visitor Visa20-25 business daysN/AN/A
AEWV (Work Visa)20-30 business daysN/AN/A
Student Visa20-25 business daysN/AN/A
Working Holiday10-20 business daysN/AN/A
Partnership Visa6-12 monthsN/AN/A
SMC (Permanent)6-12 monthsN/AN/A
Investor Category 26-12 monthsN/AN/A

Saude e Requisitos de Entrada

  • Medical exam: Required for visas with potential stays of 6+ months, or if from a high-risk TB country for any duration. Includes chest X-ray and general medical certificate. Must be performed by a panel physician approved by Immigration New Zealand.
  • Vaccinations: No mandatory vaccinations for entry. Recommended: routine vaccines, Hepatitis A/B, Influenza.
  • Health insurance: Not mandatory for visitors but strongly recommended. International students must have compliant medical and travel insurance.
  • Police clearance: Required for visitors staying 24+ months and for all work and residence visa applicants. Police certificate from every country lived in for 5+ years since age 17.
  • Biometrics: Required for some visa applicants — collected at a Visa Application Centre.
  • IVL (International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy): NZD 35 payable by most visitors as part of NZeTA or visa application. Funds conservation and tourism infrastructure.

Extensao e Permanencia Excessiva

  • Visitor visa: Can be extended within New Zealand but total stay cannot exceed 9 months in any 18-month period (or 18 months in any 36-month period if visitor cap waived). Apply online through Immigration NZ.
  • Work visa (AEWV): Renewable with continued accredited employment. Apply before current visa expires.
  • Student visa: Renewable with continued enrollment. Apply online or at an INZ branch.
  • Working Holiday: Cannot be extended beyond the initial period. Some nationalities can apply for a second Working Holiday after completing seasonal work.
  • Interim visa: Granted automatically if you apply for a new visa before your current one expires. Allows continued lawful stay.
  • Overstay: Deportation and re-entry ban. Section 157 deportation liability for those who overstay or breach visa conditions.

Recusa e Recursos

  • Common refusal reasons: Insufficient evidence of genuine visit intent, inadequate financial proof, health or character concerns, previous immigration issues in NZ or other countries, incomplete documentation.
  • Appeal: Most visa refusals can be appealed to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT) within 42 days. Some decisions (e.g., temporary visa refusals offshore) may have limited appeal rights.
  • Reconsideration: Applicants can request reconsideration by the decision-maker with new information before lodging a formal appeal.
  • Reapplication: Can reapply at any time with improved documentation addressing the refusal reasons.
Nota editorial: Verificado pela nossa equipe de imigração. Última atualização: março de 2026. Fontes: sites oficiais de embaixadas.

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