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Getting Your New Zealand ETA as a Greek Citizen

A step-by-step guide to applying for the New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) from Greece. The whole process takes under 10 minutes online.

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Important Passport Requirement for Greek Citizens

To be eligible for the NZeTA, your Greek passport must have been issued on or after 1 January 2006. If your current Greek passport was issued before this date, you are not eligible for the NZeTA and must apply for a standard New Zealand visitor visa instead. Please check your passport issue date before applying.

Greece — NZeTA Eligible Country ✓ (Passport Issued On or After 1 January 2006)

Greece is part of New Zealand's visa-waiver programme. Greek passport holders do not need a traditional visitor visa — provided your passport was issued on or after 1 January 2006. You can stay up to 90 days per visit for tourism, business, or transit purposes.

Greek Citizens & the New Zealand ETA — What You Need to Know

Greece is a founding member of the European Union, a member of the Schengen Area, and a nation with deep historical and cultural ties to many parts of the world. New Zealand includes Greece in its NZeTA visa-waiver programme, meaning Greek citizens can apply for an NZeTA rather than a full visitor visa. However, there is one important condition that applies specifically to Greek passport holders: the passport must have been issued on or after 1 January 2006. This condition relates to the security features built into Greek passports issued from that date. If your passport predates this threshold, you must apply for a standard New Zealand visitor visa through Immigration New Zealand.

Assuming your Greek passport meets the issuance date requirement, the NZeTA grants you permission to enter New Zealand for tourism, business meetings, attending events, visiting family and friends, or transiting through New Zealand airports. Each visit can last up to 90 days, and the NZeTA itself is valid for two years with multiple entry. You cannot work or undertake study lasting more than three months on an NZeTA. The online application is available from Athens, Thessaloniki, or anywhere in Greece, and takes under 10 minutes to complete.

Application Process

Step-by-Step: Applying for Your NZeTA from Greece

Complete your NZeTA application in under 10 minutes from anywhere in Greece.

1

Visit the Application Form

Go to the online NZeTA application form. You can apply from any device — phone, tablet or computer — from anywhere in Greece.

2

Enter Your Passport Details

Enter your Greek passport details exactly as they appear. Confirm your passport was issued on or after 1 January 2006 before proceeding.

3

Answer Health & Character Questions

Answer the health and character declaration questions honestly. Most Greek applicants are approved quickly without complications.

4

Pay the NZeTA Fee

Pay securely online. The fee includes the NZeTA service charge and the IVL conservation and tourism levy required by New Zealand.

5

Receive Your Approval

Your NZeTA approval arrives by email within 24–72 hours. Save it — airlines verify your NZeTA electronically at check-in.

What You'll Need

NZeTA Requirements for Greek Citizens

Valid Greek passport issued on or after 1 January 2006 — must remain valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date from New Zealand.
Working email address — your NZeTA approval is delivered by email only; no physical document is issued.
Credit or debit card — to pay the NZeTA fee, which includes the IVL International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy.
Return or onward ticket — it is strongly recommended to have evidence of your planned departure from New Zealand.
No serious criminal convictions — any relevant criminal history must be declared truthfully on the application form.
Good health — you must meet New Zealand's basic health requirements and answer all health declaration questions honestly.
Greek Passport Issuance Date Requirement: Your Greek passport must have been issued on or after 1 January 2006 to be eligible for the NZeTA. Passports issued before this date do not qualify. If your passport was issued before this date, please apply for a standard New Zealand visitor visa via Immigration New Zealand.

Important Notes

Passport Issue Date — Greek Citizens Only

Your Greek passport must have been issued on or after 1 January 2006. Check the issue date on the data page of your passport before applying.

NZeTA Linked to Passport Number

Your NZeTA is tied to your specific passport number. Renewing your Greek passport means you need a new NZeTA — the old one becomes invalid automatically.

Apply at Least 72 Hours Before Departure

Apply well in advance of your flight departure from Athens or Thessaloniki to avoid any last-minute complications.

Before You Go

Quick Travel Tips for Greek Visitors to New Zealand

Flights from Greece

Greek travellers typically fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) or Thessaloniki (SKG) via Singapore (Changi) or Dubai (DXB), connecting onward to Auckland. Total journey time is approximately 26 hours including layovers. Auckland International Airport (AKL) is New Zealand's main international hub.

Currency — EUR to NZD

Greece uses the Euro (EUR), while New Zealand uses the New Zealand Dollar (NZD). You can exchange currency before departure or withdraw NZD at ATMs on arrival. Cards are widely accepted throughout New Zealand, though carrying some cash is useful in rural areas or on scenic tourist routes.

Best Time to Visit

New Zealand's seasons are the reverse of Greece's. The Northern Hemisphere winter (December–March) corresponds to New Zealand's summer — ideal for beaches and hiking. The New Zealand South Island landscapes are spectacular year-round. Note that New Zealand is approximately 10–12 hours ahead of Greek time (EET/EEST), so jet lag adjustment may take a few days.

Common Questions from Greek Travellers

Greek citizens need an NZeTA — not a traditional visa — to enter New Zealand, provided their Greek passport was issued on or after 1 January 2006. Greece is part of New Zealand's visa-waiver programme under this specific passport condition. If your Greek passport was issued before 1 January 2006, you are not eligible for the NZeTA and must apply for a standard New Zealand visitor visa through Immigration New Zealand instead.

Greek citizens can stay in New Zealand for up to 90 days per visit on a valid NZeTA. The NZeTA is valid for two years from the date of issue and permits multiple entries, meaning you can visit more than once within the two-year period — as long as each individual stay does not exceed 90 days. If you wish to stay longer, you would need to apply for a different New Zealand visa category before departure.

You must declare any criminal history truthfully on the NZeTA application. Minor or spent convictions may not necessarily prevent approval, but serious convictions — particularly those resulting in a custodial sentence of 12 months or more — can result in the NZeTA being declined. In such cases, you may be able to apply for a standard New Zealand visitor visa and provide supporting evidence to Immigration New Zealand. Providing false information on an NZeTA application is a serious offence and can result in a permanent ban from New Zealand.

Ready to Visit New Zealand?

Apply for your NZeTA online in minutes. Fast approval, valid for 2 years, multiple entry. Greek citizens with a passport issued on or after 1 January 2006 can start their application right now.

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