General Information Travel Getting to Nelson:  Please note that you need to make your own travel arrangements and remember to book early to get the best fares. Nelson only operates New Zealand internal flights.  You are likely to fly into New Zealand's major International airports in Auckland or Christchurch and will need to connect to a domestic flight internally. The journey from Nelson airport to the Monaco hotel by taxi will cost approx  NZ$15-$20 one way, and takes around 10 minutes.   The cost of airport transfers is not included in your registration fee. Arrival in New Zealand: Biosecurity Procedures  The New Zealand Government has very tight biosecurity inspection at all international airports. No food is allowed to be brought into New Zealand. On arrival in New Zealand, all international passengers are asked to fill in the declaration. Then all luggage is screened by X-ray and may be physically searched. Detector dogs which can smell food and plant material on people and in bags operate at all airports. There is a fine of NZ$200 for any undeclared restricted or prohibited goods found on anyone arriving in New Zealand. Click here   http://www.biosecurity.govt.nz/enter/personal  to find out more information on New Zealand Biosecurity Regulations   Visa Requirements Currently travellers from more than 50 countries do not require a Visitors Visa for stays less than 3 months. You do not need a visa or permit to visit New Zealand if you are:  • A citizen of a country which has a visa waiver agreement with NZ. Click here to find out more;  • A New Zealand citizen or Resident Permit Holder. However, all visitors require: • A passport that is valid for at least three months after your departure from New Zealand; • An onward or return ticket to a country that you have permission to enter; • Sufficient money to support yourself during your stay, approximately NZ$1,000 per month per person.   If you need a visa, here are some useful links: • Full information is available online, click here to access New Zealand Immigration website. Please read New Zealand has strict rules to protect its agricultural industries from imported pests and diseases. If you bring in items such as food and plants, these must be declared to Ministry of Agriculture and Farming Officials. • Like other countries, New Zealand has strict security concerning drugs, firearms and other dangerous goods. For more information, click here to visit New Zealand Bio Security site. the Passports and Visas section carefully or visit your local New Zealand Embassy. • Click here to find out what you need to do to apply for a New Zealand Visitor Visa. Please remember to obtain visa in advance. • Click here to find out your nearest New Zealand Embassy and fees involved in the process. Customs Requirements New Zealand has strict rules to protect its agricultural industries from imported pests and diseases. If you bring in items such as food and plants, these must be declared to The Ministry for Primary Industries. Visit www.biosecurity.govt.nz for more information. Like other countries New Zealand has strict security concerning drugs, firearms and other dangerous goods. For more information visit www.customs.govt.nz   Health Insurance & Vaccinations Requirements  We recommend that you have comprehensive medical insurance for the duration of your visit. If you are from the United Kingdom or Australia, you will get the same immediate medical coverage as a New Zealand citizen or resident due to the Reciprocal Health Agreements. Vaccinations are required if travelling to New Zealand from yellow-fever-infected area. This is most likely to affect delegates travelling to New Zealand from certain regions in Latin America or Africa. Please check with your local travel agent or health centre for the vaccination requirements

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