Covid 19

The best place to look to ensure you have the most up to date information about travel to and within NZ is the UNITE AGAINST COVID-19  webpage which is kept updated by the New Zealand Government – if you are planning on travelling (especially internationally) frequently check this site to keep up to date with any changes that occur with the NZ border requirements.

Important things to note if you are travelling domestically within New Zealand –

Though you do not require a My Vaccine Pass or a negative COVID-19 test to travel domestically, most airlines, ferries and accommodation providers do have a requirements for the My Vaccine Pass or a negative COVID-19 test in place and it is best to check these requirements before you travel.

Wearing a mask is mandatory on flights, public transport, taxi’s & ride-share services.

If you are unwell, do not travel

The Australian government allows quarantine-free travel from anywhere in New Zealand to Australia, however individual states or territories may not accept quarantine-free travellers from New Zealand.

To travel to Australia, you must:

Have been in Australia or New Zealand in the 14 days before your departure

Have proof of a negative pre-departure test-evidence of a negative COVID-19 PCR or other Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) test taken within 3 days before your flight’s scheduled departure, or a medical certificate as proof of a negative Rapid Antigen Test taken under medical supervision within 24 hours before your flight’s scheduled departure, must be provided to your airline when you check in.

Complete a Digital Passenger Declaration and submit it within 72hours prior to your departure

Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 — this must be consistent with the ATAGI definition of fully vaccinated, with a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved or recognised vaccine.

(Correct as of 27 Jan 22. For the most up to date information please refer to the Australian Government Home Affairs website)

Along with the above requirements from the Australian Government, individual states or territories may also have their own rules or guidance for travelling there. Check with the state government website for what you need to do as failure to have the correct entry permits / registrations prior to departure may result in denied boarding.

New Zealand safe travel zone

If you are planning on travelling internationally, we highly recommend that you visit the SafeTravel website prior to departure to register your details and travel plans. SafeTravel is the official source of travel advice for New Zealanders, with advisories for specific destinations and if a crisis occurs overseas, MFAT will contact New Zealanders who have enrolled to check on their safety and well-being.

For more information on COVID-19 regulations and restrictions around the world visit the IATA Travel Centre website.

Along with country and state requirements, airlines have also introduced their own COVID-19 policies:

Air New Zealand | Jetstar | Qantas | Singapore Airlines | Emirates | Qatar