Originally Posted by
cranky1K
I used the app and was charged $9NZD for the ETA and $35NZD for the IVL. (Going through the browser would have been $12NZD for the ETA. I think it is also more if your trip is close in.)
No. Fee does not change close in
Originally Posted by
narvik
Love the name: "International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL)"
I bet they paid some consultant BIG bucks for that one.
Added: just applied and was charged $69. The website didn't specify which currency, but my SMS from credit card company states USD, but I believe that is wrong, and it is supposed to be (and will be converted from) NZ$69.
You have been scammed/deceived
This is not a genuine NZ Government web site (from post above) (
https://www.etanewzealand.com/intern...-tourism-levy/
Fine print
Disclaimer: This Website is a professional travel agency that aims to help individuals and companies complete the necessary travel authorization requests for short-term stays in New Zealand. There is a service fee which includes expert help and assistance, and the fees charged by the New Zealand Government.
www.etanewzealand.com is not affiliated with the New Zealand Government or its sponsors. An application can also be submitted for a lower cost through the New Zealand Government here though this would be without our professional review and expert service.