NEW ZEALAND

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CURRENCY:

New Zealand Dollar - NZD, Symbol NZ$

DENOMINATIONS:

NOTE: NZ$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5.

COIN: NZ$2 and 1, and 50, 20 and 10 cents.

US DOLLAR ACCEPTED?

N/A

CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS AND ATMS:

Most major credit cards are accepted and ATM machines are found throughout the country.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE:

It is easy to exchange currency and there are many facilities.

TRAVELLER'S CHEQUES:

These are best in US dollars, Sterling or Australian dollars.

BANKING HOURS:

Mon-Fri 0930-1630. Note banks are closed on public holidays.

CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS:

N/A

COUNTRY OVERVIEW:

New Zealand is a country made up of a series of islands which is in the South West Pacific Ocean. The people of New Zealand are predominantly descended from Europe and the indigenous Maoris. Queen Elisabeth II of the United Kingdom is the Head of State of New Zealand. The capital is Wellington and the official languages are English and Maori.

POPULATION:

Around Around 4 million.

ECONOMY:

The economy of New Zealand is developed and modern. The standard of living is high and the largest sector is the services sector. Tourism is popular to New Zealand and contributes largely to the economy.