TBM Staff - Mumbai
New Zealand plans to nearly triple entry fees for tourists starting October 1, increasing the international visitor and conservation levy from NZ USD 35 to NZ USD 100 (USD 62.20).
The government stated that the hike is necessary to ensure tourists contribute fairly to public services and maintain the high-quality experiences New Zealand offers. While the government is confident that the country will remain an attractive destination, the Tourism Industry Association expressed concerns that the higher fees could deter visitors, especially as the sector is still recovering from the impacts of COVID-19 border closures.
The original NZ USD 35 fee, introduced in July 2019, was insufficient to cover the environmental and infrastructural costs caused by the high number of tourists.
