{"id":16000,"date":"2019-03-27T04:52:48","date_gmt":"2019-03-27T11:52:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/?p=16000"},"modified":"2019-03-27T05:07:39","modified_gmt":"2019-03-27T12:07:39","slug":"new-zealand-adds-new-entry-requirements-visitors-united-states-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/2019\/03\/27\/new-zealand-adds-new-entry-requirements-visitors-united-states-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"New Zealand adds new entry requirements for visitors from the US, Canada and more"},"content":{"rendered":"
According to the New Zealand government<\/strong>, an ETA will last travelers for up to two years. Unlike a visa, it\u2019s not going to come with a neither the high price or the long wait periods. Instead, it will cost NZD $9.00 (about $6) for all mobile application requests and NZD $12.00 (about $8) for web browser requests.<\/p>\n Passengers simply transiting through New Zealand are also required to hold an ETA<\/strong>, even if New Zealand is not their final destination.<\/p>\n The purposes of the ETA are to:<\/p>\n Authorities have mentioned on the New Zealand website that the new ETA is meant to \u201cenhance security and<\/strong> reduce immigration risks, address smuggling and biosecurity risks, improve the traveler experience, support New Zealand\u2019s international relationships and agreements, [and] adapt to the changing needs and requirements of the government, stakeholders and travelers over time.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Those who hold either a New Zealand passport or visa will not be required to obtain an ETA.<\/strong> Australian citizens will also be exempt. Other exemptions include crew and passengers on a non-cruise vessel; crew on a foreign ship carrying cargo; guests of the government; people traveling under The Antarctic Treaty; and members of a visiting force and associated crew members.<\/p>\n Authorities are not worried about these new fees relying on the fact that News Zealand is considered one of the most beautiful and thrilling countries on Earth.<\/p>\n\n