Travel or move to Australia

Find out what you need to do if you plan to travel, study or live in Australia. Learn about things like tax, health care and education.

  • Passports and visas when you go to Australia

    Most NZ citizens can visit, live and work in Australia without applying for a tourist or work visa. NZ permanent residents need to apply for visas to Australia.

  • When you arrive in Australia

    If you plan to work and live in Australia, there are things you’ll need to sort out as soon as you arrive, like your tax, healthcare and driver licence.

  • Studying and qualifications in Australia

    As an NZ citizen, you can enrol your children in Australian schools. You and your family can study at Australian universities or polytechnics. If you already have a qualification it may be recognised, or you may have to apply for assessment.

  • Permanent residency and citizenship for NZers in Australia

    ​From 1 July 2023, NZ citizens who have been living in Australia for 4 years or more are eligible to apply directly for Australian citizenship.