New Zealand eTA for German Citizens

Yes. All German citizens are required to have a valid New Zealand eTA before they are allowed into the country for a stay up to 90 days.

The process of obtaining authorization is quick, simple, and should only take most applicants less than 30 minutes to complete.

In order to apply for the New Zealand eTA from Germany, travelers will need to fill out an online application form. The entire will usually take less than 30 minutes to complete the process from start to finish.

Applicants are required to fill in some required personal details, such as their full name, home address, email address, phone number, birth date, and nationality.

Passport information, including passport number, issue date, and expiry date, will also need to be filled in. Finally, German applicants are asked a few additional questions about criminal history and plans for staying in New Zealand (i.e. if they plan to seek medical treatment).

Once the application is complete, it is advisable to take a look over the information provided to ensure that it is accurate and error-free, in order to avoid any problems when the eTA is being processed. The final step to submitting the application is to pay the processing fee.

A New Zealand eTA for German nationals is processed relatively quickly and usually approved within a few hours after submitting the application. However, in certain cases, processing times may take up to three business days (72 hours).

Travelers are therefore advised to apply for a New Zealand eTA with plenty of time before their trip in case of unforeseen processing delays.

The New Zealand eTA requirements for German passport holders are simple and straightforward. It is necessary to have:

• A valid German passport – The traveler’s passport needs to have a validity of at least 3 months from the intended date of arrival in New Zealand. The approved eTA will be electronically linked to this document.
• A valid payment method – To complete and submit the New Zealand eTA application, travelers will need to pay the application fee and NZ International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy fee (already included in the total cost). This can be done using a valid debit or credit card.
• A device with internet access – In order to fill out the application, travelers will need to use a device that has internet access, such as a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer.
• A valid email address – Finally, all travelers are required to enter a valid email address on their application. This is to receive notifications regarding the New Zealand eTA and a copy of the authorization once approved.

Although an approved eTA is digitally linked to the holder’s German passport, the holder is nevertheless advised to print a paper copy to present upon arrival at NZ border control in case an immigration officer asks to see physical proof of the authorization.

Additionally, holders of an eTA may also be asked to present proof of sufficient funds for the stay (1,000 NZD per month or 400 NZD if you have pre-booked accommodations) and proof of onward travel before they can gain entry to New Zealand.