Palmerston North: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Palmerston North is a city in the North Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Manawatū-Whanganui region.

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Now in the cityPalmerston North+12°CCloudy · sunrise 06:03 AMupdated 02:02 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map3

Exchange rate$1.78per 1 $NZD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in New Zealand . New Zealand is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for New Zealand to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Work and Travel, internships, au pair and volunteering in New Zealand: visa, invitation and on-site support are handled by CMO International Programmes.

1programme in the country

Internshipupdated Jun 8, 2026

Virtual Internships

Seasonyear-roundLanguageEnglish · B2

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Source: IEC International Programmes (workandtravel.com) · As of November 3, 2026

Palmerston North: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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