Airport Arrival Steps Fill out New Zealand Arrival Card Online Declaration Remember to declare any restricted items, otherwise they may be confiscated and you may be fined. Buy a SIM Card It is generally recommended to buy Spark’s 90-day travel pack. You can buy multiple SIMs, but they will have different numbers. Immigration Check Proceed to manual immigration processing with your arrival card. Apply for IRD Number Apply Here You can only apply for an IRD number once your data is entered into the NZ system (after border entry); applications before this will fail. Bank account details can be added later. Collect Luggage Collect your checked luggage from the baggage claim. Biosecurity Check Your luggage will be screened. If they suspect carried items, they will ask questions or direct you to a separate queue for inspection. If clear, you just pass through the x-ray machine. Buy Transport Card (AT HOP) To take the bus, buy an AT HOP card outside the airport (cashless only). Head to your accommodation.
