Under the new rules, visitors to the country can now carry out remote working for a foreign employer while holidaying for up to 90 days. The country's government has said the move is aimed at making New Zealand "more attractive to digital nomads", referring to people who travel while working remotely.

Erica Stanford, Immigration Minister said in a statement that the visitor visa would change from Jan. 27 to allow people to work while travelling in the country. “This is a brand-new market of tourist New Zealand can tap into.

While the rule change falls short of a full digital nomad visa, it’s now easier to work while visiting New Zealand. View on euronews