Immigration New Zealand’s ambition is to provide a trusted, world class immigration service to all our customers.

The projects funded by the IVL are examples of how visitors have directly contributed to the unique natural heritage they enjoy, and the infrastructure they use while they’re here.

In July 2023, MBIE decided to establish a panel of telephone and video interpreting service providers to ensure that there is a range of interpreters and languages available to meet the needs of people throughout the country and provide business continuity for New Zealand government.

Law changes relating to the Self-contained Motor Vehicles Legislation Act and its Regulations are complete. The final change was made in early 2025 with the transitional period for private vehicles extended to 7 June 2026.

The Regional Tourism Boost Fund (RTBF) is a contestable fund which provides $3 million to support regions to attract more international visitors and encourage dispersal of international visitors around the country.

The New Zealand Cycle Trail Fund makes available up to $8 million annually for the maintenance, development and promotion of the New Zealand Cycle Trails (NZCT). The funding comes from the International Conservation and Visitor Levy.

The Minister for Tourism and Hospitality is proactively releasing the titles of documents received from MBIE.

Investment in quality infrastructure and tourism assets helps creates positive economic, social and environmental benefits for New Zealanders and our visitors.

Aotearoa New Zealand’s tourism industry was greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The government provided broad-based and targeted support to the industry during the pandemic. You can read about the support we provided at the links below.