Look for the latest updates on travel restrictions visit the New Zealand Government's COVID-19 website(opens in new window).
Know what to expect and how to safely travel around New Zealand.
The traffic light system minimises the impact of COVID-19 through 3 settings — Red, Orange and Green.
Travel conditions may apply. Find out what traffic light settings are in place around New Zealand by visiting the official COVID-19 website(opens in new window).
Using the NZ COVID Tracer app(opens in new window) is a fast, easy way of keeping yourself and others safe. Contacting people who might have been exposed to COVID-19 quickly is essential for slowing the spread of the virus.
Download the app and scan QR codes at any place you stay or visit to keep you and others safe.
Download on the App Store(opens in new window) | Get if from Google Play(opens in new window)
While around New Zealand, you should try to physically distance yourself in airports or busy transport hubs.
It is also important to know the rules around face coverings for all traffic light settings:
For further information on face-covering requirements for a specific traffic light setting, visit the COVID-19 website(opens in new window).
Look for the COVID Clean Approved logo(opens in new window) when booking your trip to identify which tourism businesses have declared they are taking health and hygiene measures to help protect against COVID-19.
The COVID Clean Approved program demonstrates that Qualmark awarded businesses have implemented processes that are in line with guidelines set by the Ministry of Health.
