During a news conference on Nov. 24, COVID-19 response minister Chris Hipkins explained that fully vaccinated people, residents, and tourists will be allowed to enter the country in three phases.
On Jan. 16, 2022, the border will be accessible to New Zealand citizens and residents traveling from neighboring Australia, before opening education to the rest of the world on Feb. 13.
From April 30, fully vaccinated travelers from all other nations, with the exception of those designated “high risk,” higher education are welcome to visit the Pacific Island nation.
New Zealand takes a phased approach to reconnect with the rest of the world in the safest way possible to minimize risk. It lessens the likelihood of negative consequences for disadvantaged communities and the New Zealand health system.