Get your New Zealand Traveller Declaration: Complete it in minutes

Last updated: July 2025

Sorting out travel forms shouldn’t take over your plans. We’re here to help you complete your New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) quickly and easily, so you can focus on your journey.

This digital form is required for most travelers to New Zealand, including New Zealand citizens and residents. With us, the process is clear, fast, and handled before you fly.

What is the New Zealand Traveller Declaration?

The New Zealand Traveller Declaration is a digital form that collects your travel, customs, immigration, and biosecurity information before you arrive in New Zealand. It replaces the paper declaration traditionally filled out on the plane, making your arrival smoother.

Once completed, your declaration is linked to your passport and checked at eGates or by a border officer when you arrive.

Who needs to complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration?

All travelers entering New Zealand by air or sea must complete the NZTD, including New Zealand passport holders, visa holders, NZeTA holders, babies, and children (parents/guardians can complete it on their behalf).

Transit passengers who remain in the airport transit area do not need to complete the NZTD.

🚨 In emergencies, such as medical evacuations or rescue at sea, the requirement may not apply.

What you’ll need to complete the NZTD

✔️Passport details

✔️Contact details in New Zealand (use the first address if staying in multiple places)

✔️Travel history for the past 30 days

✔️Flight or voyage details

✔️Immigration status (visa or NZeTA, if applicable)

✔️Information about what you are bringing into New Zealand, including carry-on and checked luggage

What you need to declare

Some items can carry pests or diseases and must be declared. These include:

• Certain foods
• Animal and plant products
• Used outdoor equipment
• Medicines
• Tobacco and alcohol
• Cash amounts of NZ$10,000 or more (or equivalent)

Your NZTD is a legal document. False declarations can lead to fines starting at NZ$400, confiscation of goods, prosecution, imprisonment, and deportation.

If you are unsure about what you can bring, use New Zealand’s Biosecurity online tool before you travel.

How to complete your New Zealand Traveller Declaration

1️⃣ Download the iVisa app or apply through our platform.

2️⃣ Complete the declaration in minutes with guided steps.

3️⃣ Review and upload your details.

4️⃣ Receive your Traveller Pass by email. It has a QR code that will be scanned by immigration.

Why travelers choose iVisa

We’re not the New Zealand government; we’re a private visa service provider with over 10 years of experience supporting travelers worldwide. We’ve helped more than 1 million people from over 100 countries complete their travel documents, including travel forms, accurately and on time. Our platform is designed to simplify the process, reduce mistakes, and keep your plans on track.

“I was getting everything ready for my New Zealand trip and didn’t want to deal with another form last minute. iVisa made it easy to sort out my Traveler Declaration ahead of time. Best thing I ever did.” — Hannah L, USA