NZTD

NZTD

For travel to New Zealand

569 ratings
884 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 12, 2023
  • July 7, 2026

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Streamline your arrival in New Zealand by completing your Traveller Declaration digitally before you travel. This app allows you to submit your declaration up to 24 hours in advance, saving time at the border. It supports offline data entry and can store details for multiple travelers.

Digital traveller declaration
Pre-travel submission
Passport scanning
Multiple declaration support
Offline data entry
Real-time updates
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What's New in NZTD

1.8.4

July 7, 2026

Travellers can submit a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) by using this official New Zealand Government app if they are arriving aboard a flight or cruise into New Zealand. The new version (1.8.4) introduces traveller profiles, which allow you to store your passport and contact information on your device so that it's faster and easier to complete your NZTD.

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User reviews

Superb app!

Easy, intuitive, and paperless!

Air NZ

David

Terrible app

Drop down menus don’t show on my phone - very difficult to use. Low quality

Straight forward

Easy to fill in

🚨 Passport Scanner NEVER Works!! 😡

The passport scanner has never worked for me. I’ve tried every lighting condition, angle and trick imaginable. It just wastes my time.

What’s even worse is the manual entry option is effectively hidden below the scanner. There is nothing to indicate you need to scroll, so you end up repeatedly trying a broken scanner instead of simply entering your passport details manually.

This is poor design and an incredibly frustrating user experience.

If this is the standard of the digital arrival card, I’d genuinely rather fill out the old paper form. It was faster, more reliable, and never wasted my time.
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Dropdown menus not working

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Submission errors

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Address entry issues

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when switching apps

Bug

Passport scanning problems

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Ability to save user profiles

Feature

Option to copy information for family members

Feature

Clearer guidance on what to declare

Feature

Support for cruise ship travelers

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Confirmation email after submission

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Automatic date/time selection

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FAQ

What is the New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) app?

The NZTD app allows you to complete and submit your New Zealand Traveller Declaration digitally before you arrive in the country. This process helps to make your arrival at the border a smoother experience by having your declaration ready in advance.

How far in advance can I submit my declaration?

You can submit your New Zealand Traveller Declaration up to 24 hours before you start your trip to New Zealand. This provides a convenient window to complete the necessary information without rushing.

What information do I need to provide?

You will need to provide details such as your passport, contact, and flight information, your immigration status if applicable, details about your trip including recent travel history, and a list of items you are bringing into New Zealand.

Can I use the app offline?

Yes, you can use the app in offline mode to enter information, which is useful when you are flying or outside of WiFi or data range. However, you will need to be online to start or submit your declaration.

Do I need to print anything or show a QR code?

No, once you have submitted your NZTD through the app, there is nothing more you need to do. You do not need to print anything out or show a QR code, as your declaration will automatically be linked to your passport when it is scanned at the border.