Fines
There is no law against bringing biosecurity risk goods into the country as long as you declare them. On arriving in New Zealand you are required to fill out a New Zealand Passenger Arrival Card, which is a legal document. False or incorrect declarations can result in fines, imprisonment or both.
People failing to declare biosecurity risk goods can be fined up to $100,000 and/or face up to five years in prison. People failing to declare risk goods can receive an instant $400 fine.
Payment Options
Approved Credit Card
Pay an infringement fee via our online payment system 
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Internet Banking
For New Zealand account holders using the bank account number specified on the Infringmenet Notice; and the pax ref. number and/or notice number as the reference.
Cheque
If you live in New Zealand and have a New Zealand bank account you may send a personal cheque, made payable to Ministry for Primary Industries.
If you live overseas and would like to pay by cheque you must arrange a Bank Cheque in New Zealand dollars made payable to "Ministry for Primary Industries" The bank cheque must be drawn on a New Zealand bank, the name and address of that bank must be shown on the front of the cheque.
Cash
Cash payments are accepted at any International Airport in New Zealand. Please do not send cash in the post.
- Phone: (0064) 09 909 8517
- Fax: (0064) 9 909 8560
- Email: infringement.fines@mpi.govt.nz
- Postal: MPI Enforcement Group
PO Box 53 137
Auckland International Airport
Manukau 2150
Auckland
New Zealand - In person: International Airports in New Zealand
One of New Zealand’s greatest assets is its relative geographical isolation. Less than 10% of the world’s pests and diseases occur in New Zealand. Being a small island country, known for its lush vegetation, farming and natural beauty, major parts of the economy are dependent on the country’s environment. That is why just one new pest or disease could be devastating.
Page last updated: 30 April 2012