New Zealand
Health
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Emergency medical number
Call 111 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you鈥檙e referred to a medical facility for treatment.
Vaccine recommendations and health risks
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
- check the latest
- where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the
See
Medication
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read .
You must declare any prescription medicines on your passenger arrival card. All products containing codeine are classified as prescription-only medication (a controlled drug). You can import controlled drugs for personal use, but you must declare them on arrival to the Customs Service and provide evidence that they are for personal use.
See for more information on restrictions on medication.
Healthcare in New Zealand
British nationals who live in the UK and who are on a short-term visit to New Zealand are eligible for urgent healthcare treatment. See the for more details. This agreement does not extend to routine, non-emergency medical treatment including prescriptions.
You can call (24 hours).
FCDO has a list of medical providers in New Zealand.
There is also guidance on healthcare if you鈥檙e living in New Zealand.
Travel and mental health
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. There is also .