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What you need to know about COVID-19 testing, vaccination
and regional travel requirements

Last updated Aug. 22, 2023    |      Reverse Route

Requirements for traveling to New Zealand

Air travelers do not need to show proof of vaccination to enter New Zealand, nor do they need to take any pre-departure COVID-19 tests or self-isolate after arrival. Visitors will still receive two rapid antigen tests (RATs) after arriving in the country and are encouraged to report their test results. Only COVID-19 positive individuals are required to isolate for seven days.

All foreign travelers from visa waiver countries will need to obtain an NZeTA. Travelers to New Zealand need to complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration before reaching passport control. You can complete a digital declaration at www.TravellerDeclaration.govt.nz or via the NZTD mobile app, or you can fill out a paper declaration on your flight or on arrival in New Zealand.

Face masks are not required by the New Zealand government, except in healthcare and aged care facilities. To keep up with the latest information and requirements at Auckland Airport, click here.


Returning to Oahu

All guests, US Citizens and Non-US Citizens traveling to the United States must complete the CDC Passenger Contact Tracing form. The CDC Passenger Contact Tracing Form will be collected by a Hawaiian Airlines Customer Service Agent on departure.

If you are travelling to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program, you will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization to board the aircraft. You should apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ESTA) if you are from a country that participates in the Visa Waiver Program.

If you check in at a Domestic Australian Airport and hold a valid Boarding Card for your Hawaiian Airlines flight, please proceed directly to the gate when you arrive at the International Terminal. An Hawaiian Airport Customer Service Agent will need to verify your documents before you can board your flight.


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