Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for United States?
Electronic travel authorization (ETA) required
New Zealand passport holders need an electronic travel authorization (ETA) for United States, obtained online before travel.
Entry requirements for United States
| Where to apply | Apply for the travel authorization — official government portal. Avoid third-party visa sites. |
|---|---|
| Passport validity | 6 months months beyond departure — General rule: passport valid 6 months beyond the period of intended stay in the US. 'Six-month club' exemption: citizens of countries on CBP's list (incl. most VWP countries) are exempt and need only a passport valid for the intended period of stay. |
| Onward ticket | Required — Visa Waiver Program air/sea arrivals must hold a round-trip/onward ticket out of the US, not terminating in contiguous territory or an adjacent island unless the traveler is a resident there (8 CFR 217.2; also stated on CBP's VWP requirements page). |
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