Taiwan-New Zealand Reciprocal Moves--New Zealand Travelers Eligible for Taiwan’s e-Gate Starting November 29

• Date： 2025-11-27
• Source：Foreign Affairs Section
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• Updated date：2025-11-27

Minister of the Interior Liu, Shyh-Fang will officially announce tomorrow (November 29, 2025) that Taiwan is going to open e-Gate, the Taiwan automated immigration clearance service, to travelers from New Zealand. Minister Liu will be joined by Mr. Christopher Langley, Director of the New Zealand Commerce and Industry Office, Mr. Chang, Chun-Yu, Deputy Director-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Southern Taiwan Office, and Mr. Huang, Kun-Hung, Director of Kaohsiung International Airport Tourist Service Center of Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, together with the National Immigration Agency (NIA) Director-General Lin, Horng-En. 
Often described as “a paradise on earth,” New Zealand is beloved by global travelers for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Taiwan and New Zealand share several striking similarities—both are known for magnificent mountains, oceans, and diverse cultural communities. The event’s main visual design features the two islands side by side, highlighting the resonance between the two partners. 
Taiwan’s international airports and seaports are equipped with 121 e-Gate units. New Zealand travelers holding an e-passport valid for at least 6 months, aged 12 or above and at least 120 cm in height, may register and use the e-Gate service free of charge, allowing them to enter Taiwan more swiftly and conveniently. In addition, Taiwan has fully implemented online arrival card system (Taiwan Arrival Card, TWAC) since Oct. 1, 2025. By completing the arrival form prior to travel and using e-Gate upon arrival, New Zealand visitors will experience efficient and friendly service from the moment they enter Taiwan. 
“Smart border” is the global trend for enhancing traveler experience. Director-General Lin emphasizes that the Taiwan-New Zealand reciprocal immigration service will further facilitate closer bilateral exchanges. Moving forward, the NIA will continue expanding reciprocal arrangements with more countries so that foreign travelers can truly feel that “coming to Taiwan is as convenient as coming home.”