How to Search New Zealand Records
New Zealand provides 20 searchable databases across multiple government agencies. Use the portals below based on the record type you need.
Important: Access rules vary. Some New Zealand records require registration, fees, or formal requests. Criminal records in most countries are restricted and require authorization.
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Aircraft - Civil Aviation Authority
Official Government Source Free Access
Search this Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand database for New Zealand registered aircraft by classification, registration mark, flight manual number, client ID number, or amended aircraft register date.
Aircraft - Landings.com
Official Government Source Free Access
Search this Landings.com service for New Zealand Aircraft registration by ZK number, serial number, owner, or use the advanced search feature.
Aircraft - Personal Property Securities Register
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the New Zealand Personal Property Securities Register by serial number for New Zealand registered aircraft. Requires registation and fee.
Banks
Official Government Source Free Access
List of registered banks in New Zealand and their credit ratings.
Birth Records
Official Government Source Free Access
Search for births in New Zealand that occurred more than 100 years ago.
Companies - by Current Name
Official Government Source Free Access
Under "Register Search" search the New Zealand Companies Office for registered Companies by name, company number, partial word, or keyword. Basic information is free. Details require registration and a fee.
Companies - by Previous Name
Official Government Source Free Access
Under "our services" click on "Search the Register" and then click on "Previous Name Search" to search the New Zealand Companies Office for historic Company name by company number, company name, and/or keyword.
Company Register
Official Government Source Free Access
New Zealand Companies Office Register. Results include a substantial amount of information about a company, including status, dates, ID number, addresses, type, directors, shareholdings, and summaries of documents that have been filed with the Companies Office.
Court Decisions | Appeals
Official Government Source Free Access
Court of Appeals decisions in New Zealand. Access official New Zealand government records and public data.
Death Records
Official Government Source Free Access
Search for death records in New Zealand that occurred more than 50 years ago or the deceased's date of birth was at least 80 years ago.
Deaths | Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Official Government Source Free Access
New Zealand World War I and World War II war dead index from Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
🌐 cwgc.org
Design Registration
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand for Designs.
Financing Statements - by Registration Number
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the New Zealand Personal Property Securities Register by registration number for New Zealand Financing Statements. Requires registation and fee.
Financing Statements - Debtor Organisation Search
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the New Zealand Personal Property Securities Register by debtor organisation for New Zealand Financing Statements. Requires registation and fee.
Financing Statements - Debtor Person Search
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the New Zealand Personal Property Securities Registered by debtor person for New Zealand financing statements. Requires registation and fee.
Government and Legal Information in New Zealand
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for New Zealand and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, law journals, law libraries, law reform, legal services, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, publishers, treaties, anti-corruption, aviation law, criminal law, domain names, elections, intellectual property, and other government and legal information.
Marriage Records
Official Government Source Free Access
Search for New Zealand Marriages and Civil Unions that occurred more than 80 years ago.
Motor Vehicles
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the New Zealand Personal Property Securities Register by Motor Vehicle Serial Number for New Zealand motorized vehicles. Requires registation and fee.
Patents
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand for Patents.
Trademarks - New Zealand
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand for Trademarks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search New Zealand public records?▼
Use the databases listed above - these are the primary official sources for New Zealand. International record systems vary - access methods and availability differ from U.S. systems.
Are New Zealand criminal records publicly searchable?▼
In most countries, criminal records are NOT publicly searchable online. They typically require a formal background check with the subject's consent. This is different from the U.S., where many county court records are publicly accessible.
Why are there fewer databases than U.S. states?▼
Most countries do not make the same range of public records freely searchable online as U.S. states do. Many international records require registration, fees, or formal government requests. What is listed here represents the best available free online access.
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Last reviewed: May 25, 2026
