Warnings

Drugs

Do not import drugs into New Zealand.

The importation of drugs could result in your imprisonment. Be cautious about carrying packages or baggage for strangers.

Unless authorised by a licence or permit issued by the Director-General of Health, the importation of methadone is prohibited.

Smuggling and false receipts

There are heavy penalties for concealing dutiable goods from Customs and for making false declarations.

When purchasing expensive items overseas, such as jewellery and electronic equipment, you may be offered a false receipt which shows a purchase price lower than you actually paid as a means of reducing the Customs charges payable. Do not succumb to these temptations. Concealment of dutiable goods and the presentation of false documentation are serious offences which may result in the seizure of the articles, as well as having to pay a substantial penalty. You may also be prosecuted.