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NZeTA for families and children

The short answer

Each traveller needs their own NZeTA. It costs NZ$17 in the app or NZ$23 online, plus the NZ$100 visitor levy per person.

Checked against official sources on 3 October 2026.

Who needs one

Visitors from visa-waiver countries, including US, British, Canadian, German and Japanese passports. Australian citizens don't need one.

Each traveller needs their own NZeTA.

Doing it for your whole group

The official source doesn't describe a group submission, so plan on doing one for each traveller. Have every passport in front of you before you start.

What you'll need for each person

  • Passport details
  • A photo
  • Payment card

Questions travellers ask

Do children need the NZeTA?

Each traveller needs their own NZeTA.

Can one person do the NZeTA for the whole family?

The official source doesn't describe a group submission, so plan on one for each traveller.

When should we do it?

Allow up to 72 hours for it to be processed.

What does it cost?

NZ$17 in the app or NZ$23 online, plus the NZ$100 visitor levy per person, paid on the official site.

Official sources

Last checked 3 October 2026. Rules can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is not a government agency.