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New ZealandNew Zealand visa requirements for Japan citizens (2026)
eTA / ETA required. Japan passport holders do not need a full visa for New Zealand, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.
- Total price
- From $64
- per traveler, all-in
- Estimated processing
- Up to 72 hours
Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government agency. Price includes government fee and our service fee.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
New Zealand ETA requirements for Japan citizens
- Requirement
- eTA / ETA required
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
- Processing
- Up to 72 hours
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
- Email address and a payment card
- Travel dates and first address
- Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan
How Japan citizens apply for the New Zealand ETA
- Apply online before you book or at least a few days before you fly.
- Enter passport details exactly as printed, typos are the #1 reason for problems.
- Pay the fee and wait for approval by email.
- Travel with the same passport you applied with.
Official fees
| Item | Official fee |
|---|---|
| NZeTA (website) | NZD 23 |
| NZeTA (app) | NZD 17 |
| International Visitor Levy (most visitors) | NZD 100 |
Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.
Easier alternatives for Japan passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Japan passport than New Zealand, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | Visa-free | 90 days |
| Vietnam | Visa-free | 45 days |
| China | Visa-free | 30 days |
| Thailand | Visa-free | 30 days |
New Zealand at a glance for travellers
- 61 of 198 passports can enter New Zealand without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Japan passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 150 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Immigration NZ: paying the International Visitor Levy | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Immigration NZ: NZeTA | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Immigration New Zealand | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, New Zealand entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Japan citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Japan passport holders do not need a full visa for New Zealand, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.
What documents do Japan passport holders need for New Zealand?
Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.
How long does the New Zealand ETA take for Japan passport holders?
Up to 72 hours. Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.
How much does a New Zealand ETA cost with Visa and Trips?
From $64 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.
How do I apply for the New Zealand ETA with Visa and Trips?
Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your ETA as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.