This page was last updated on 29 October, 2021.
At a Glance
Most travelers from United States are not allowed to enter New Zealand yet.
Source: New Zealand Government
New Zealand: Closed for Travel
Entry restricted for international travelers
International travelers are not allowed to enter New Zealand.
Details and Exemptions:Entry restrictions do not apply to:
-Citizens of New Zealand;
-Residents with valid travel conditions;
-Family members of citizens and residents with valid documents;
-Diplomats;
-Limited numbers of international students in order to continue their studies in 2021.
For more details, please see the source.
Source: New Zealand Government
14 days quarantine
Mandatory 14-day quarantine
Travelers to New Zealand will need to register on the Managed Isolation Allocation System as the first step to securing their place in a managed isolation facility. Before booking flights, travelers need to register for a voucher for managed isolation. Travelers are required to quarantine for 14 days on arrival at a designated facility.
Source: New Zealand Immigration
COVID-19 test required
Mandatory COVID-19 test on arrival
Travelers arriving in New Zealand from selected countries will be required to take a COVID-19 test a maximum of 24 hours after arrival in a managed quarantine facility. Arrivals must remain in their managed quarantine facility room until the results of the test are known. Travelers will also be required to take a test on day 3 and day 12 after arrival.
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health
No proof of a negative COVID-19 test required for transit
Travelers with flight connections in New Zealand are exempt from the COVID-19 test requirement as long as they remain in the international departure area.
Source: New Zealand Government
Masks are required
Masks are mandatory in some public and private places
Travelers are recommended to wear masks in public places when unable to stay 2 meters away from other people. Travelers legally must wear a face covering at commercial establishments.
Travelers must wear masks on domestic flights and on all public transport.
Source: Government of New Zealand
Required Documents for your Trip
Mandatory accommodation booking
Travelers must register on the Managed Isolation Allocation System as the first step to securing their place in a managed isolation facility. Before booking flights, travelers need to register for a voucher for managed isolation. Travelers are required to quarantine for 14 days on arrival at a designated facility.
Source: New Zealand Immigration
Document: Complete online
Proof of negative COVID-19 test results
Travelers arriving from selected countries must have a negative COVID-19 (NAAT, PCR, RT-PCR, TMA, LAMP, or antigen) test result. The test must be taken a maximum of 72 hours before departure.
This requirement also applies to passengers in transit.
Details and Exemptions:This test requirement does not apply to:
-Travelers under the age of 2.
Source: New Zealand Government
