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title: New Zealand visa for citizens of Austria
description: "Citizens of Austria don't need a visa for New Zealand but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: NZ$9. Processing: Up to 3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# New Zealand visa for citizens of Austria

Citizens of Austria don't need a visa for New Zealand but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 730 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 3 days
- **Government fee:** NZ$9
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (e.g., NZD $1,000 per month)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, have digital photo, onward ticket, and proof of funds.
2. **Complete online application** — Go to official Immigration New Zealand website or mobile app, fill in personal and travel details.
3. **Pay IVL and application fee** — Pay NZD $9 (NZeTA) + NZD $35 (IVL) = NZD $44 total via credit/debit card.
4. **Submit application** — Submit online; processing typically within 72 hours.
5. **Receive NZeTA** — Approval sent via email; valid for 2 years, multiple entries, max 90 days per visit.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Austrian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from New Zealand
- **Digital photo** (Identity): Recent passport-style photo (JPEG, max 10MB)
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel from New Zealand
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or credit card showing NZD $1,000 per month
- **International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) payment** (Financial): Paid during application (NZD $35, included in total fee)
- **Accommodation details (optional)** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or address of stay (recommended but not mandatory)
- **Travel itinerary (optional)** (Travel, optional): Brief plan of intended activities (optional)

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** NZD $1,000 per month of stay
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements
- Cash

Proof of funds may be requested at border; IVL is mandatory.

## Good to know

- The NZeTA is not a visa but an electronic travel authorization; it does not guarantee entry.
- Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival instead.
- Biometrics are not required for this application.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application details** — Double-check all information before submission.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations** — Disclose any relevant history; seek advice if unsure.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Austria need a visa for New Zealand?

Citizens of Austria don't need a visa for New Zealand but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA).

### How long can citizens of Austria stay in New Zealand?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the New Zealand visa cost for citizens of Austria?

Government fee: NZ$9.

### How long does New Zealand visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of Austria need for New Zealand?

Valid Austrian passport; Digital photo; Onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) payment; Accommodation details (optional); and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for New Zealand?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta

## Sources

- [immigration.govt.nz](https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/nzeta)

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