The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) is the Government's principal adviser and negotiator on foreign and trade policy issues. Through its diplomatic and consular service, it is charged by Government to ensure that New Zealand's voice is heard abroad, that our security and economic interests are advanced, and that the rights and safety of New Zealanders abroad are protected.
What We Do - Services:
Foreign Relations - promote New Zealand's interests, taking into account all aspects of our relations with other countries. taking into account the government's security, political, trade and economic objectives.
Travelling overseas - Visit our Safe Travel website if you are planning to travel overseas for general travel information tips, travel risks, to registering your contact details with overseas representatives, & Embassies locations. www.safetravel.govt.nz
Service of legal documents overseas - Assist law firms with process to serve legal documents on overseas parties.
Authentication of Documents (i.e. legalised, notarised) for use in another country
Foreign Diplomatic and Consular Offices in New Zealand - list of foreign Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates
International Human Rights - access to information on the government's statements and policies on international human rights.
Products/Services
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Foreign Affairs Information
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Travel Visas Information
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Overseas New Zealand Embassies Information
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Foreign (Oversea) Trade Agrements & Information
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Foreign Trade & Economic Relations
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Treaties & International Law
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Foreign Relations
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Travel Warnings