Do I need a visa to work in New Zealand from Australia?
No permit required
To work in New Zealand on a Australia passport, no permit or visa is required.
| Requirement | No permit needed |
|---|---|
| What you apply for | Australian Resident Visa, granted on arrival |
| Official information | How and where to apply |
Australian citizens can live and work in New Zealand without applying for a visa, and need no accredited employer to sponsor them. The resident visa granted on arrival lapses if you leave the country without first varying its travel conditions.
Tourist visa requirements for this trip·Work permits in New Zealand for every passport·Studying in New Zealand
Data last verified: 2026-07-28
Not legal or immigration advice.Requirements change without notice and vary by circumstance - always confirm with the destination country’s embassy, consulate, or official government source before booking or traveling. Full disclaimer.