New Zealand Currency


* Our thanks to Tourism New Zealand for the following information - current as at January 2013


New Zealand's unit of currency is the dollar (NZ$).

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.

Foreign currency can easily be exchanged at banks, some hotels and Bureau de Change kiosks, which are found at international airports and most city centres.

All major credit cards can be used in New Zealand, with Visa and MasterCard accepted most widely, followed by American Express and Diners Club.

You can check the current New Zealand dollar exchange rate using the calculator opposite.



Dave Kim and Tim at Glenorchy

Dave, Kim, and Tim Curran are New Zealand self-drive holiday specialists with a strong Queenstown focus. For 20+ years, they have been helping travellers plan bespoke New Zealand self-drive itineraries. Vacation Queenstown also offers visitors a unique trip planner to help them build their own New Zealand self-drive adventure. Dave is recognised by Tourism New Zealand as an Advanced Specialist. They love exploring New Zealand and helping others create their own adventure.