Going out of NZ for business purposes

As well as monitoring export goods, they are also charged with encouraging New Zealand's international trade. To that end they work closely with other countries' Customs agencies to facilitate the movement of trade goods internationally.

As an exporter, you are in a position to benefit from the numerous preferential trade agreements and export schemes which New Zealand has negotiated internationally over the years, and which are designed to promote the export of our goods.

In this section you can learn more about these international agreements and Customs' role in the export sector.  You can also access all the information, guidance and documentation you will need in your important role as a New Zealand exporter. 

• Preparing to export

  ​Processes, documentation and clearance. Here you will find all you need to know  for successfully exporting your goods.

• Accompanying your exports

  ​Exporting commercial goods in your luggage. Also the rules for goods which you take out but intend to bring back. 

• Export clearance & entry procedures

  ​Getting Customs clearance for your exported goods along with schemes and initiatives that may benefit you as an exporter.

• Export charges & drawbacks

  ​Charges you might expect when exporting goods out of New Zealand, plus information on refunds.

• Departure of commercial craft

  ​What to do, where to go – the documentation and clearances when leaving New Zealand.