Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Need to Know
For more information, see
Survival Guide
Currency
New Zealand dollars ($)
Language
English, Maori
Visas
Citizens of Australia, the UK and 56 other countries don't need visas for NZ (length of stay allowances vary). Other
countries' citizens require visas. See
www.immigration.govt.nz
.
Money
ATMs are widely available, especially in larger cities and towns. Credit cards accepted in most hotels and restaurants.
Mobile Phones
Australian and European phones will work on NZ's networks, but not most American or Japanese phones. Use global
roaming or a local SIM card and pre-pay account.
Time
New Zealand time is GMT/UCT plus 12 hours (two hours ahead of Australian Eastern Standard Time).
