Oceania > New Zealand: Covid-19 and Travel
Present Situation
Total cases: 2.2 millions
Active cases: 17 924
Recovered: 2.1 millions
Deaths: 3 676
Vaccination count: 4.3 millions
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2023-01-22
Summary of the situation
Not Required
• Masks are required in enclosed public places
• Masks are required in public spaces
• Masks are required in public transport
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Allowed
All travelers can enter New Zealand
You do not have to complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) to enter New Zealand.
Travellers and crew do not need proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter New Zealand. Please check with your airline or cruise provider as they may still require proof of vaccination.
Tests: Not Required
Quarantine: No
Not Required
Information updated on 2023-03-16.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: No
New Zealand’s COVID-19 Protection Framework (traffic lights) has ended. Most COVID-19 rules were removed on 13 September 2022.
From 13 September 2022 you must still:
- isolate for 7 days if you have COVID-19
- wear a face mask in certain healthcare facilities, such as hospitals.
Some places may continue to ask people to wear a face mask.
Mask use
Masks are required in enclosed public places
Masks are required in public spaces
Masks are required in public transport
Gatherings: Allowed
No restriction
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open
