New ZealandSend Money from
Australia to New Zealand
Same-day, transparent AUD to NZD transfers.
How it works
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Create your account
Sign up in minutes and complete your ID verification to securely activate your account.
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Enter your recipient's details
Vell will guide you on the required information for a successful transfer.
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Send and track
Confirm your transfer and track it in real time — from your Vell app.
Why Australians use Vell to send money to New Zealand
Real exchange rates
The rate you see is the rate you get. No margin hidden in the exchange rate.
Low, transparent fees
One flat fee shown upfront before you confirm. No surprises.
Direct to any NZ bank
Transfers land directly in your recipient's account. ANZ NZ, ASB, BNZ, Westpac NZ, Kiwibank and more.
Same-day transfers
Money sent today arrives the same business day.
Track every step
Real-time notifications for you and your recipient from send to arrival.
Safe and regulated
Vell is registered with AUSTRAC and fully licensed to operate in Australia.
Sending money from Australia to New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand share a uniquely close relationship — open borders, deep family ties, and one of the highest rates of cross-Tasman migration in the world. With hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders living in Australia and Australians regularly moving to New Zealand, the AUD to NZD corridor is one of the most frequently used in the region — for family support, rent payments, mortgage contributions, and moving savings between countries.
Despite how close the two countries are, the banks on both sides still charge more than they should for cross-Tasman transfers. The AUD/NZD rate they offer is almost always below the real mid-market rate, and that gap is their margin.
Vell offers a competitive AUD to NZD rate with a single transparent fee. No rate markup, no hidden charges, no surprises when your recipient checks their account.
Use Vell's rate tracker to set an alert when AUD/NZD hits your target rate →
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to send money from Australia to New Zealand?
Vell AUD to NZD transfers arrive the same business day. Transfers initiated before 18:30 NZT typically arrive within hours. Transfers sent after the cutoff arrive the following business day.
What details do I need to send money to a New Zealand bank account?
You'll need your recipient's full name and their New Zealand bank account number, formatted as a 15–16 digit number including bank code, branch, account, and suffix (e.g. 12-3456-7890123-00). Vell will guide you through the format during the transfer.
What is the AUD to NZD exchange rate today?
The AUD/NZD rate updates throughout the day based on live market conditions. Use the calculator above for the current Vell rate on your transfer amount.
Are there any hidden fees when sending money to New Zealand with Vell?
No. Vell charges one flat fee shown upfront before you confirm. There are no hidden charges, no exchange rate markup, and no fees deducted from the amount received.
Which New Zealand banks does Vell support?
Vell supports all banks in New Zealand.
Is it safe to send money to New Zealand with Vell?
Yes. Vell is registered with AUSTRAC (Australia's financial intelligence agency) and operates under strict anti-money laundering and compliance regulations. Your transfer is encrypted and tracked from send to arrival.
Can I send AUD to NZD for a business payment?
Yes. Vell supports transfers to both personal and business bank accounts in New Zealand, making it a straightforward option for freelancers, contractors, and small businesses paying across the Tasman.
Ready to send money to New Zealand?
Send your first transfer free — no hidden fees, no surprises.
