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Can I use my Indian driving licence or another overseas licence as ID to buy alcohol in NZ?

No. Overseas driver licences are not on the list of approved evidence of age documents. It is best to carry your passport when you buy alcohol or go into a bar. A current passport from any country is accepted.

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From the guide “Buying and drinking alcohol in New Zealand”Last verified Official pages checked daily

Official figures

Legal age to buy alcohol
181
Approved evidence of age documents
A current passport (from any country), a current New Zealand driver licence, an age card issued by Hospitality New Zealand with your photo and date of birth, or an accredited digital identity credential. Expired documents are not accepted.2
Buying alcohol while under 18, or showing a false ID
NZ$250 fine for each (infringement fee)1
Drinking in a public place while under 18 without a parent or guardian
NZ$200 fine1
Breaking a local alcohol ban (Local Alcohol Ban)
NZ$250 fine1

Official sources

  1. Alcohol laws and penaltiesNew Zealand Police · police.govt.nz
  2. Sale and Supply of Alcohol Regulations 2013Parliamentary Counsel Office (legislation.govt.nz) · legislation.govt.nz
  3. Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012Parliamentary Counsel Office (legislation.govt.nz) · legislation.govt.nz
  4. Alcohol bans and alcohol ban mapsAuckland Council · aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

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