As an Italian citizen planning your journey to New Zealand, securing an NZeTA before your departure is your essential first step, allowing for a maximum stay of 90 days for your tourist adventure. While the NZeTA itself has a modest fee, remember that transiting through Singapore or Dubai, common layover points from Europe, can add to your overall travel expenses and requires careful consideration of their respective entry regulations. Your 90-day limit offers ample time to explore both the North and South Islands, but remember the significant time difference of roughly 12 hours means you'll be losing a full day of travel when heading eastbound.
eTA90d stay· verified 2026-05-27
New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA – Visitor)