Send money from New Zealand

You can transfer money via WorldRemit from New Zealand to 140+ destinations across the world. Please click on any link below for more information.

For more general information on how WorldRemit works and how you can create a transfer, please visit our Getting Started pages.

How do I pay for my transfer from New Zealand?

When sending money from New Zealand, you can pay for your transfer using any of the following ways:

  • Debit, credit or pre-paid cards

    • The maximum send amount per 24 hours is NZD 6,000

    • The maximum send amount per transaction is NZD 6,000

    • Click the link for more information on card payments.

  • POLI


I’m already a customer, but I’ve been asked to provide my ID again

There have been some important changes to the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 in New Zealand, which means all financial service providers in New Zealand, including banks, now need to check the information they hold on their customers.

We require existing customers to re-submit their ID and selfie so that we can verify their identity. Click here to find out what it means for you.

What type of document do you accept to verify my identity in New Zealand?

The type of document we require will vary upon what we need to clarify. You can upload all documents by following the instructions upon sign-up, or by clicking on the link in the email we sent you requiring additional documentation.

  • If we need to verify your name and date of birth we can accept the following:

    • Current signed passport

    • Current New Zealand issued driver’s licence

  • If we need to verify your address we can accept the following

    • Utility bill

      • Landline telephone bill *

      • Mobile telephone bill *

      • Electricity bill *

      • Gas bill *

      • Water bill *

      • Internet bill *

      • Council rates bill *

    • Other documents

      • New Zealand Inland Revenue (IRD) Letters *

      • Bank statement *

      • Letter from your bank or proof of balance letter

      • Payslip or employment letter *

* All documents and bills need to be no more than 6 months old. Documents older than this will not be accepted. Documents must be issued and / or certified by authorities within New Zealand. Documents issued and / or certified by authorities from countries other than New Zealand will not be accepted.

Why do I need to provide ID in New Zealand?

Every customer needs to have their identity verified in order to send money using WorldRemit. This process involves submitting photo ID, a selfie, and address verification.

How can I send you my ID in New Zealand?

New customers are asked to upload all necessary documents when signing-up. Simply follow the instructions and our team will review your documents within 24-48 hours. 

If we require additional documentation, we will send you an email with a link unique to you; use the link to provide the documents requested.

Where can I transfer money to from New Zealand?

You can transfer money to 140+ destinations in the world, and in various payout options as well so it is more convenient for your recipient (e.g. as mobile money transfers, cash pickup, transfers or airtime top-up). Please refer to our Send To pages for more information.

Is there anything else I need to know about sending from New Zealand?

The type of document we require will vary upon what we need to clarify.

  • If you are providing photo ID, it needs to include the following:

    • Your photograph

    • Your full name

    • Your date of birth

    • The expiry date (the documents MUST NOT be expired)

    • The two lines of letters and numbers at the bottom of the document (The MRZ)

  • If you are proving proof of address, it needs to include the following:

    • Your full name

    • Your full current residential address

  • Please send a high quality image. If the image is unclear we may ask for another copy.

  • We need to see the full document including all four corners. If we cannot see the full document we may ask for another copy.


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