COVID-19 update 26 November 2021: Auckland is at Alert Level 3 Step 2. The rest of NZ is at Alert Level 2.
AIR TRAVEL: All air travellers to NZ (except those from Antarctica and most Pacific Islands) must have a COVID-19 test taken and a negative test result returned within 72 hours of their first scheduled international flight. All non-NZ citizens must be fully vaccinated before travelling to NZ and spend seven days in an MIQ facility followed by home isolation until they return a negative day nine test. On 17 January 2022, fully vaccinated New Zealanders can begin travelling to New Zealand from Australia without entering MIQ. Visit the COVID-19 international travel site for more information.
MARITIME BORDER: The isolation period for travellers at the maritime border reduced from 14 days to 10 days from Saturday 13 November 2021. For more information visit the COVID-19 website.
If you're planning a trip to New Zealand - or if you're a New Zealander returning home - there are a number of things you should know first.
In line with Customs Assurance, there may be times when a traveller may be selected for sampling purposes to increase our understanding of traveller compliance levels.
