New Zealand Currency
TRAVEL BASICS
New Zealand is one of the safest travel destinations in the world, with few endemic..
CurrencyNew Zealand's currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZ$). The currency is relatively..
Weather & ClimateDue to the disparity in latitude between the northernmost and southernmost parts of the..
Culture & CustomsNew Zealand is a member of the British Commonwealth, and the majority of the population..
Language & CommunicationsNew Zealand's people are generally friendly and willing to help out tourists. English is..
Transport & Getting AroundThere are three international airports in NZ located in the major centres of Auckland and..
Travel TipsLike most countries New Zealand has its share of customs and idiosyncrasies, most of..
Food & Eating GuideNew Zealand's cuisine is extremely varied. The basic cuisine is based on traditional..
Timezone & ElectricityNew Zealand is slightly to the west of the International Date Line, which means that is..
DutyfreeDuty free is readily available at major airports. If you’re 18 years of age or..
states of New Zealand
The North Island is a spectacular autumn destination where you can enjoy a variety of amazing experiences. Enjoy its..
South Island InformationHike, cycle or kayak around the stunning Marlborough Sound’s coastline and through the Nelson Lakes National Park;..
INDEX OF ALL states AND LOCATIONSCurrency
New Zealand's currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZ$). The currency is relatively strong, usually fluctuating between NZ$1.60-NZ$2 to 1 US Dollar. Coins have values of 10, 20 and 50 cents, $1 and $2; notes have values of $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100.
It is relatively easy to change foreign currency into New Zealand dollars both internationally and within New Zealand, at banks, some hotels and foreign exchange centres found in major airports and city centres. There is no restriction on the amount of foreign currency that can be brought in or taken out of New Zealand. However, every person who carries more than NZ$10,000 in cash in or out of New Zealand is required to complete a Border Cash Report. All major credit cards can be used in New Zealand, while travellers Cheques are accepted at hotels, banks and some stores.
Automatic Tellar Machines and electronic banking are widely used and available in New Zealand.
A Goods and Service Tax (GST) is in use throughout New Zealand, however the displayed price includes this tax. Larger purchases that are taken out of the country can have the GST refunded upon departure.
Highlights of New Zealand
The City of Sails is one of rare natural beauty. On an isthmus in the north island surrounded by Manukau Harbour and..
Queenstown InformationQueenstown is pretty much adventure central any time of year. A resort town on the shores of Lake Wakitipu in the..
Wellington Region InformationLocated in the extreme south of the North Island, Wellington is the capital and third largest city in New Zealand and..
Rotorua InformationOne of New Zealand's most popular tourist destinations, Rotorua is a landscape of drifting steam, geysers, hot natural..
Milford Sound InformationVoted world's top travel destination in the 2008 Travelers' Choice Destinations Awards by TripAdvisor, Milford Sound is..
Wellington InformationWellington is the capital city of New Zealand and a cultural, political, and artistic hub in the country. With a..
Christchurch - Canterbury InformationWindswept pastureland, rolling grassy hills, blossoming wildflowers of countless colours, endless highways lined with..
Bay of Plenty InformationLocated on the northern coast of New Zealand's North Island the Bay of Plenty certainly lives up to it's name with..
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