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South Korea to New Zealand visa requirements

South Korean ordinary passport holders can visit New Zealand without a visitor visa for up to 3 months, but must request an NZeTA before travel and pay the NZ$100 IVL. South Korea is on New Zealand's visa-waiver list, so South Korean ordinary passport holders can visit New Zealand for tourism, family visits or short business activities for up to 3 months per visit without applying for a visitor visa in advance. They must hold an approved NZeTA before boarding and pay the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) at the same time. Current official pricing is NZ$17 through the free NZeTA mobile app or NZ$23 through the website, plus NZ$100 IVL, for a total of NZ$117 by app or NZ$123 by website. The NZeTA is valid for up to 2 years for multiple visits and processing can take up to 72 hours, although many requests are faster. Visa-waiver visitors can spend no more than 6 months in New Zealand in any 12-month period, must travel on a passport valid at least 3 months after the intended departure date, and may need to show paid onward/return travel plus enough funds. Everyone entering New Zealand must also complete the free New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) before passport control. Work, study over 3 months, medical treatment or stays beyond the visa-waiver limits require the appropriate visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-21
Visa type
NZeTA (electronic travel authority) under visa waiver
Maximum stay
Up to 3 months per visit; max 6 months in any 12 months
per entry
Entries
Multiple while NZeTA is valid
from issue date
Visa fee
NZ$117 app / NZ$123 website, incl. NZ$100 IVL
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 72 hours (often faster)
standard track
Validity
NZeTA valid up to 2 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm NZeTA eligibility
Use a South Korean ordinary passport and confirm the trip is a short visit, family visit, permitted business activity or qualifying transit. Longer stays, paid work and study over 3 months need a separate visa.
· Visa waiver· Short visit
/02
Request the NZeTA
Apply through the official free NZeTA mobile app or Immigration New Zealand website before travel. The app is cheaper and can submit up to 10 people at once.
· Official app or website· Passport required
/03
Pay the NZeTA fee and IVL
Pay the NZeTA request fee and the NZ$100 IVL together. Current total is NZ$117 through the app or NZ$123 through the website.
· IVL NZ$100· Card payment
/04
Allow time for approval
Immigration New Zealand says to allow up to 72 hours. The approval is emailed and linked electronically to the passport used in the request.
· Up to 72 hours· Email confirmation
/05
Complete the NZTD
Submit the free New Zealand Traveller Declaration from 24 hours before starting your trip by air, and before passport control in New Zealand. It is separate from the NZeTA.
· Free· From 24h before travel
/06
Travel with entry evidence
Carry the same passport, NZeTA confirmation, paid onward or return ticket, accommodation details and proof of funds. INZ may ask for at least NZ$1,000 per month, or NZ$400 per month if accommodation is prepaid.
· Passport 3+ months· Onward ticket
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredSouth Korean ordinary passport valid at least 3 months after intended NZ departure
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved NZeTA linked to the same passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredNZeTA request fee paid (NZ$17 app / NZ$23 website)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational Visitor Levy (IVL) NZ$100 paid
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredNew Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) completed before passport control
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPaid onward or return ticket within the allowed stay
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of funds (at least NZ$1,000/month, or NZ$400/month with prepaid accommodation)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedAccommodation details for the initial stay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel and medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedBiosecurity declaration readiness for food, plants, outdoor gear and animal products
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesImmigration New Zealand - NZeTA requirements, fees, validity and stay limits (checked 2026-06-21)Official NZeTA application portal - app and website request channels (checked 2026-06-21)Immigration New Zealand - Visa waiver countries and territories, South Korea listed (checked 2026-06-21)
Application link included: Immigration New Zealand - NZeTA requirements, fees, validity and stay limits (checked 2026-06-21)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
NZeTA request fee (mobile app)NZ$17Cheaper official channel through the free NZeTA app
NZeTA request fee (website)NZ$23Official web request through Immigration New Zealand
International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL)NZ$100Mandatory for most visitors and paid with the NZeTA; non-refundable
New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD)NZ$0Free; required before passport control for entrants
Visitor VisaFrom NZ$441For travellers who need or choose a full visitor visa, or who do not meet visa-waiver/NZeTA conditions
Korea Working Holiday VisaFrom NZ$770For eligible South Korean citizens aged 18-30; annual quota 3,000
Total estimateNZ$117 — NZ$123incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

NZeTA via mobile app
Often minutes, allow up to 72 hours
Cheapest official route at NZ$117 total including IVL. Recommended for most travellers.
NZeTA via website
Often minutes, allow up to 72 hours
Same authority and processing window, but NZ$123 total including IVL.
Visitor Visa
80% within 2 weeks
Use for longer stays, medical treatment, ineligible travellers or cases where INZ recommends applying before travel.
Korea Working Holiday Visa
80% within 2.5 weeks
Separate work-and-holiday route for eligible South Korean citizens aged 18-30.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and family visits
Holidays, sightseeing and visiting friends or family are covered for up to 3 months per visit if all NZeTA and entry requirements are met.
High
/02
Short business activities
Business meetings, conferences and consultations can usually use the visa-waiver/NZeTA route; employment in New Zealand is not allowed.
Medium
/03
Transit through Auckland
Visa-waiver nationals can use an NZeTA to transit Auckland International Airport for up to 24 hours while staying in the transit area.
Medium
/04
Cruise or cargo ship passenger
Passengers arriving by sea must request an NZeTA before the ship departs for New Zealand.
Low
/05
Longer stay or work
If the visit exceeds 3 months, total time would exceed 6 months in 12 months, or the purpose is work or longer study, apply for the relevant visa instead.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21
Codex checked Korea to New Zealand route
Re-verified against Immigration New Zealand, NZTD and Korea MOFA official sources; added checked-date, corrected NZeTA fee order to NZ$17 app / NZ$23 website, confirmed NZ$100 IVL, 3-month stay, 6-month-in-12-month cap, NZTD requirement, visitor visa fee and Korea Working Holiday Visa fee.
2026-05-27
Korea to New Zealand route verified
Confirmed NZeTA requirement and IVL for South Korean passport holders visiting New Zealand under the visa waiver.
2024-10-01 · major
IVL raised from NZ$35 to NZ$100
New Zealand increased the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy for most visitors.
2019-10-01 · major
NZeTA introduced
New Zealand introduced pre-travel NZeTA requirements for most visa-waiver visitors and transit passengers.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do South Korean citizens need a visa for New Zealand?—
No visitor visa is needed for a normal short visit if travelling on a South Korean ordinary passport, but an approved NZeTA is required before travel and the IVL must be paid.
How much does the NZeTA cost?+
How long can Korean visitors stay?+
How long is the NZeTA valid?+
Is the NZeTA required for transit?+
What else is required before arrival?+
Can I work or study on an NZeTA?+
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