What Are the New Zealand eTA Passport Requirements?

Understanding the NZ eTA

A New Zealand eTA is linked to your passport rather than a physical visa stamp. If you renew your passport, you need to obtain a new eTA as it is linked to your original passport.

Passport Validation Checklist

Before submitting your NZ eTA application, make sure your passport:

The passport must be valid for at least 3 months from the intended travel date. UK citizens must have a passport valid for at least 6 months.
Matches the information entered in the application.
Clear and readable biodata page.
Not damaged or altered.

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Image Quality Standards

To reduce the risk of delays, make sure your passport biopage image meets these standards:

Place the passport on a flat, light-coloured surface.
Upload a clear, high-resolution scan free from glare and shadows.
Upload the original image without resizing or compressing it.

When Should You Renew Your Passport?

Renew your passport if:

It has less than 12 months of remaining validity.
It has shown considerable damage or wear.

Special Travel Situations

Dual Citizenship - If the applicant holds 2 passports, they must use the one eligible for the New Zealand eTA, as it is linked to that passport.
Minors - Every traveller, including infants and children, must have a separate approved NZeTA linked to their own passport.
Emergency Passports - Some temporary or emergency passports may not qualify for an NZeTA. Check for eligibility before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

They do not. The eTA remains valid as long as it covers both entry and exit dates.

It is not compulsory; it is recommended. One printed page resolves rare system failures.

Any glare may reduce the chances of approval. Upload a clear, glare-free passport scan.