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title: New Zealand visa for citizens of Japan
description: "Citizens of Japan 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$17. Processing: Up to 3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# New Zealand visa for citizens of Japan

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. 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/tourist-visitor-visa

## 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$17
- **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., NZ$1,000 per month)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport is valid and have a digital photo and payment card ready.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill in the NZeTA application form on the official Immigration New Zealand website or via the mobile app.
3. **Pay fees** — Pay the NZeTA fee (NZD $17) and the IVL (NZD $35) using a credit or debit card.
4. **Submit application** — Review and submit the application electronically.
5. **Receive NZeTA** — Approval is typically emailed within 72 hours; check spam folder.
6. **Travel to New Zealand** — Present the approved NZeTA (printed or digital) upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Japanese passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from New Zealand.
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): Recent, color, white background.
- **Email address** (Identity): For receiving the NZeTA approval.
- **Credit or debit card** (Financial): For payment of NZeTA fee and IVL.
- **International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) payment** (Financial): Paid during application; currently NZ$35.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel, optional): May be requested to confirm travel plans.
- **Proof of onward travel** (Travel): Return ticket or onward ticket out of New Zealand.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statements or credit card limit; not always required but recommended.

## Proof of funds

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

Proof of funds may be requested at border.

## Good to know

- The NZeTA is not a visa; it is an electronic travel authority for visa-waiver countries.
- You must also pay the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) during application.
- Approval is not guaranteed; check your email for confirmation before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application details** — Double-check all personal information matches your passport exactly.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration issues** — Disclose any relevant history; seek advice if unsure.
- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket** — Ensure you have proof of sufficient funds and a return/onward ticket.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Japan 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 Japan stay in New Zealand?

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: NZ$17.

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

Typically Up to 3 days.

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

Valid Japanese passport; Digital passport photo; Email address; Credit or debit card; International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) payment; Proof of onward travel; and 2 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/tourist-visitor-visa

## Sources

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

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