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Here you will find important tips and useful information for New Zealand.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 10 h April - September / + 11 h October / + 12 h November - March
Capital
Wellington
National language
Official language
Englisch and Maori
Voltage
230/240 volt / adapter required
Opening hours
Banks
9.30 - 16.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 17.30 h (Mon - Wed)
9.00 - 21.00 h (Thu - Fri)
9.00 - 17.00 h (Sat)
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Health situation
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Left-hand driving.
Swiss driver's license accepted for car Rentals (with English Translation).
International driver's licence recommended.
Minimum age for car rentals: 18 to 25 (varies by company).
CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Wellington, 10 Customhouse Quay, Level 12
Tel. +64 4 472 15 93
Other information
This country is in an active earthquake zone.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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