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Planning on moving from Australia to New Zealand? We know a move overseas can be difficult, even if the distance isn’t extremely far. But have no fear, this page outlines everything you need to know about moving to New Zealand. Whether you’re emigrating to New Zealand from Australia or planning a temporary move, our guide will cover moving costs, checklists, tips, and don’t forget to request your free moving quotes.
Find out the costs for different-sized homes in the following table, where we calculated for moving from Sydney to Auckland:
| Property Size | Average Cost |
| 1-bedroom house | $3,400 – $4,800 |
| 2-bedroom house | $4,500 – $6,200 |
| 3-bedroom house | $7,500 – $10,200 |
| 4-bedroom house | $8,100 – $11,200 |
| 5-bedroom house | $11,400 – $15,500 |
Disclaimer: These are estimates. We recommend understanding the factors that will affect the cost of your move.
To receive the best and most accurate cost estimates, you will need to know the volume of your move. You can use our volume calculator to get an accurate volume estimate.
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As an Australian citizen or permanent resident, no visa is required to move to New Zealand. Regardless of your moving reasons, you can work, study, visit and live in the country.
The process is easy – Just make sure to have your passport in order. Read more in detail about the Australian Resident Visa on the New Zealand Immigration page.
As a permanent resident, you won’t need a visa. However, you will be required to have a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA), a document required for those who will enter the country without a visa. This doesn’t apply to Australian citizens.
Time to organize other aspects of your move, we’ve created a moving to New Zealand checklist for you. Keep reading to find out how to move to New Zealand.
While you won’t need to apply for a visa as an Australian moving to New Zealand, there are still some important documents that you’ll want to prepare before you go for administrative tasks.
Read our Packing to Move House Guide for tips and tricks on packing more easily for your overseas move.
If you plan to ship your car, all you’ll need to do is ensure that it’s up to the standards required and you have proof of ownership. You can read more about importing a vehicle on the New Zealand government page.
Your pet does not require a permit, but will be subject to a post-arrival inspection and some general requirements:
New Zealand allows you to open a local account for up to one year before relocating. Start by exploring some of the following banks:
According to Numbeo, the living costs in 2024 are 12% lower in New Zealand compared to Australia.
| Expense | Australian Average | New Zealand Average |
| Monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre | $1,684 | $1,507 |
| Price per square metre to rent in the city centre | $20.00 | $6,923 |
| 0.5L of draught beer | $8.00 | $8.44 |
| 12 eggs | $4.67 | $5.03 |
| Cappuccino | $4.50 | $4.42 |
| Monthly travel pass | $151 | $157 |
These numbers merely represent estimates. How much you spend will depend on where exactly you live when moving to New Zealand and your lifestyle.
Once you get to New Zealand, you will need to adjust to life there. You might be wondering what it will be like and how it differs from Australia. Keep reading and find out!
Are you moving to New Zealand for work? The country offers many opportunities suitable for Australians. If you are still seeking a job upon moving to New Zealand, consider exploring some of the following portals:
As an Australian living and working in New Zealand, you will require a number, otherwise known as an IRD (New Zealand Inland Revenue Department), necessary to fill in your tax return, be able to work, apply for loans, or open a bank account.
Read on to learn how to get an IRD number on the New Zealand Government page.
New Zealand doesn’t have an equivalent to Medicare, instead, they offer free or subsidized healthcare that covers basics like GP visits, hospital care, and prescription medicine, if you intend on moving to New Zealand for over two years.
It’s also an option to avail of private healthcare provided in the country to avoid waiting times in the public system.
Australians are treated as domestic students from the early years of learning, all the way to tertiary education. This means you are eligible to pay domestic school fees if you have lived there for the past three years.
we are sure you are going to miss kangaroos and adorable koalas, moving to New Zealand is an exciting adventure. Continue exploring our pages linked below and the FAQ section to learn more – they’ll be super useful during your move!
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