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title: New Zealand visa for citizens of Brazil
description: "Citizens of Brazil 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 Brazil

Citizens of Brazil 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/tools-and-information/general-information/electronic-travel-authority

## 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
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Have your valid Brazilian passport, digital photo, and payment card ready.
2. **Complete online application** — Visit the official NZeTA website or download the app, fill in personal and passport details, and pay the NZeTA fee (NZD 9) plus IVL (NZD 35).
3. **Submit and wait for approval** — Upon payment, processing typically takes up to 3 days.
4. **Receive NZeTA via email** — Approval is sent by email; no physical label required.
5. **Travel to New Zealand** — Present passport with NZeTA at border; max stay 90 days per visit.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (Brazilian)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from New Zealand.
- **Recent passport-size photo** (Identity): Digital photo meeting NZeTA specifications.
- **Email address** (Supporting): For receiving NZeTA approval.
- **Credit or debit card** (Financial): For payment of NZeTA fee and IVL.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel, optional): May be requested for verification.

## Good to know

- International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) of NZD 35 must be paid during NZeTA application.
- Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival instead of NZeTA.
- Visiting for medical treatment or as a diplomat requires a different visa type.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect information** — Double-check all entries before submission.
- **Criminal history or inadmissibility** — Declare any relevant past issues truthfully; consult immigration if unsure.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Brazil 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 Brazil stay in New Zealand?

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: NZ$9.

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

Typically Up to 3 days.

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

Valid passport (Brazilian); Recent passport-size photo; Email address; Credit or debit card; Travel itinerary.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/general-information/electronic-travel-authority

## Sources

- [immigration.govt.nz](https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/general-information/electronic-travel-authority)

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