To send a fax in New Zealand without a machine, use an online fax service. With SendFaxFast (sendfaxfast.com) you upload a PDF, JPG or PNG on your phone or computer, enter the number as +64 without the leading 0, and pay once from US$2.49. A delivery report arrives by email. No landline, no account, no subscription.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| What you need | The document (PDF, JPG or PNG) and the recipient's fax number |
| Number format | +64, then the area code without 0, then the number – e.g. (09) → +64 9 |
| Cost with SendFaxFast | US$2.49 (1–5 pages), US$3.49 (6–20), US$4.99 (21–40), from US$6.24 (41–100) |
| Account / subscription | None |
| Proof | Delivery report and invoice by email |
Who still uses fax in New Zealand?
New Zealand is one of the most digital countries for public services, so fax requests have become rare – and that's exactly why they catch people out:
- Inland Revenue – but only the non-resident units. See How to fax IRD.
- Work and Income (MSD) International Services for overseas pensions and social security agreements.
- Health providers: some GPs, specialists and pharmacies still accept forms and referrals by fax.
- Insurers, lawyers and property managers who ask for signed forms.
- Overseas organisations (banks, pension funds, US or Australian agencies) that want a fax from their NZ-based customers.
Some agencies list no fax at all: ACC (claims, levies, complaints) and Immigration New Zealand (visas) use phone, email, post or online. Our fax directory shows which New Zealand agencies list a fax number, with links to the official .govt.nz sources.
Your options compared
| Option | What you need | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Own fax machine | Fax machine plus a line that supports fax | Businesses that fax daily |
| Fax at a shop or library | Paper copies, travel, opening hours | If one nearby offers it; ask about prices |
| Online fax subscription | Monthly plan and account | Regular senders who also receive faxes |
| Pay-per-fax online (SendFaxFast) | Phone or computer, the file, the fax number | Occasional faxes without commitment |
New Zealand fax numbers: the format
| Written in NZ | Region | Enter in SendFaxFast |
|---|---|---|
| (09) xxx xxxx | Auckland, Northland | +64 9 xxx xxxx |
| (07) xxx xxxx | Waikato, Bay of Plenty | +64 7 xxx xxxx |
| (06) xxx xxxx | Taranaki, Hawke's Bay, Manawatu and more | +64 6 xxx xxxx |
| (04) xxx xxxx | Wellington | +64 4 xxx xxxx |
| (03) xxx xxxx | South Island | +64 3 xxx xxxx |
How to send a fax online in NZ, step by step
- Scan or photograph your document. iPhone: Notes or Files app can scan to PDF. Android: Google Drive can.
- Add a cover sheet if needed – free at sendfaxfast.com/fax-cover.php.
- Open sendfaxfast.com and upload the file (up to 100 pages, max. 10 MB).
- Choose +64 and enter the number without the 0.
- Send now or schedule for the recipient's business hours.
- Pay once by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or PayPal.
- Keep the delivery report from your email.
Faxing from New Zealand to the US, Canada or Australia
Many NZ faxes go overseas – to the IRS, Social Security, the CRA or the ATO. With SendFaxFast you choose the destination country (+1 for the US and Canada, +61 for Australia) and pay the same price as within New Zealand. Mind the time difference: NZ office hours fall in the US afternoon, evening and night, so schedule your fax for the recipient's morning.
Faxing to New Zealand from overseas
From Australia, the US or Canada: choose +64, drop the 0, send. A fax sent during the US morning arrives in the middle of the New Zealand night – use the scheduler to deliver between about 8 am and 5 pm NZ time (NZST, or NZDT in summer).
What it costs
| Pages | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1–5 pages | $2.49 |
| 6–20 pages | $3.49 |
| 21–40 pages | $4.99 |
| 41–100 pages | from $6.24 |
Prices in USD. One-time payment. No subscription required.
Frequently asked questions
Can I send a fax from my phone in New Zealand?
Yes. Open sendfaxfast.com in Safari or Chrome, upload a PDF or photo, enter the +64 number without the 0 and pay with Apple Pay or Google Pay. No app, no landline.
How much does it cost to send a fax in NZ?
With SendFaxFast, US$2.49 for 1–5 pages, US$3.49 for 6–20 pages, US$4.99 for 21–40 pages and from US$6.24 for 41–100 pages, charged in US dollars.
Can I send a fax from a shop or library in NZ?
Some shops and libraries may offer fax; it varies by location. Ask locally, or send online without leaving home.
Can I fax ACC or Immigration New Zealand?
Neither lists a fax number for claims or visa applications. Use their phone, email, post or online options.
How do I know my fax was delivered?
You receive a delivery report by email. If delivery fails after automatic retries, you're notified and refunded in full.