Do you need medical insurance for a New Zealand eTA/eVisa?

You do not need medical insurance to apply for a New Zealand eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization). While not required, travel insurance is highly recommended for trips to New Zealand, as even the best-planned trips can encounter unforeseen events abroad.

New Zealand Travel Insurance offers coverage for various travel-related emergencies that may occur during a trip to New Zealand. These include emergency medical assistance, reimbursement for lost luggage, compensation for travel cancellations, and personal accident coverage. One of the added benefits of this insurance is that it also covers medical expenses related to Covid-19, which has eased travelers' fears of being infected while traveling.

Travel insurance coverage frequently covers the following risks:

• Medical Expenses
• Ambulance Service Benefits
• Emergency Medical Evacuation
• Trip Interruption & Trip delay & cancellation
• Loss of baggage

Furthermore, in addition to providing you with peace of mind and protecting you from the financial burden of unexpected medical costs, travel insurance also increases your chances of visa approval. 

Finally, we hope you have a successful application process and enjoy your New Zealand trip. If you have any questions about the New Zealand eTA for international travelers, please contact New Zealand Travel & e-Visa Services for more assistance. We are happy to help.