🇳🇿New Zealand Visa for Croatian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

eTA / e-permit90 days max stay

Croatian passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to New Zealand, but not a full visa.

Visa waiver country - NZeTA required before travel. Max stay 3 months.

immigration.govt.nz ↗

How Croatian citizens apply for a New Zealand visa

  • → Apply online for the eTA before you travel; approval is usually quick. Apply here ↗

New Zealand visa cost for Croatian citizens

NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) - mobile app

NZD 17 (~$10)

2 years (5 years for crew); stays up to 6 months in any 12-month periodofficial source
nzeta.immigration.govt.nz ↗

NZeTA - website application

NZD 23 (~$14)

2 years (5 years for crew)official source
nzeta.immigration.govt.nz ↗

Applications are handled via VFS Global — a service fee applies on top of the visa fee.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

New Zealand visa types

Visitor Visa

Holiday/tourism, visiting family and friends, or study of up to 3 months

270 daysonline
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Business Visitor Visa

Business meetings, negotiations, exploring opportunities (no local employment)

90 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Transit Visa

Passing through Auckland International Airport en route to another country

1 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Medical Treatment Visitor Visa

Receiving pre-approved medical treatment or consultation in New Zealand

180 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Fee Paying Student Visa

Full-time study with an approved New Zealand education provider

1460 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)

Working for an accredited New Zealand employer with a job offer

1825 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Specific Purpose Work Visa

Working in New Zealand for a specific purpose or event

online
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Post Study Work Visa

Graduates of eligible NZ qualifications working for any employer after study

1095 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Working Holiday Visa

Holidaying and working in New Zealand (typically age 18–30, 18–35 for some countries)

365 daysonline
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Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa

Partners of New Zealand citizens/residents to live and work in New Zealand

1095 daysonline
Apply here ↗

Temporary Retirement Visitor Visa

Retirees aged 66+ who invest in New Zealand and can support themselves

730 daysonline
Apply here ↗

New Zealand visa for Croatian citizens — FAQ

Do Croatian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Croatian passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to New Zealand, but not a full visa.

What documents do Croatian citizens need for New Zealand?

A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific New Zealand visa category.

How much does the New Zealand visa cost for Croatian citizens?

The New Zealand nzeta (new zealand electronic travel authority) - mobile app fee is NZD 17 (~$10).

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