Before you leave New Zealand

Anyone intending to take a New Zealand-flagged recreational boat overseas must complete an application for an International Voyage Certificate (pleasure craft) from Maritime NZ. Please allow at least three months from the time of the application to your intended departure. Applicants for an International Voyage Certificate (IVC) must meet several safety and administrative requirements before they can depart. This process is outlined below.

If you have a foreign flagged vessel, you will have to meet the requirements of your flag and notify the Director of Maritime NZ of your intention to depart New Zealand.