Arriving in New Zealand

Once you have got all your documents and application approved by the NZ immigration authority, you are all set to move to New Zealand for whatever purpose your visa is approved. Prior to this, one also needs to know certain guidelines that would help a person in his/her preparation in regards to immigration and arrival in the country.

Prepare for your departure

Before leaving your home country, it is advisable to collect all the relative information about New Zealand, which will make your stay in the country enjoyable and memorable. This includes preparing for your departure which includes collecting information about the luggage and items that you can bring with yourself. One must also have complete knowledge about the currency of New Zealand that would help him/her in future prospects.

Knowing Custom Procedures

Knowledge about the custom procedure of New Zealand authorities will help you in finishing your journey on a good note. You must carry all your arrival cards and necessary documents. Always carry luggage and items that would be easily cleared by the customs.

Know your first destination

You must be fully aware about your first destination after leaving the airport. Knowing the time span for reaching the destination would be more helpful. It would be an additional benefit if someone from your family or friends is already settled there.

Useful Tips

Here are some useful tips that would help in making your initial days easier. These include collecting information about -

■ Driving rules of New Zealand
■ Information about emergency numbers in the country
■ Bank procedures and timings
■ New Zealand public holidays
■ Information about the local food and wine culture
■ Goods and Services tax information
■ Accident Compensation Scheme

The Helpful Organizations

You should also collect practical information about settling in the country for the long run. Some of the organizations that may help you in this regard are-

■Citizens Advice Bureau

■Community directories

■Healthcare Association

■National Association

Please check http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/general/formsandfees/formsandguides/other.htm

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