In this article, we’ll tell you everything about ordering from iHerb to New Zealand — we’ve checked all the information, tested the delivery, and looked at timelines and prices. Believe us, there’s a lot of interesting stuff, especially if you thought shipping overseas was slow and expensive.
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Official iHerb Website for New Zealand
If you want to place an order, simply go to the official New Zealand website — nz.iherb.com. There, add everything you want to your cart and enter our promo code DMU6301 to get a 10% discount on your first order. And if you want to save even more, check out our page with all iHerb codes — there are options for both new and regular customers.
Where is iHerb NZ located?
In short: iHerb has no physical stores in any country. It is exclusively an online store, and all orders are shipped from their warehouses in the USA or Asia.
All iHerb Delivery Options to New Zealand in 2025
We have carefully checked all available delivery options and can share our experience and recommendations.
| Shipping Method | Cost | Delivery Time | Features & Recommendations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fastway Couriers | Free for orders over NZ$110 | 3–6 days (approx.) | Fastest and free option. Recommended! Sometimes unavailable for certain items (e.g., fennel seeds). |
| DHL Express | NZ$27.45 | 6–11 days | Fast, but paid. Full tracking, high weight limit. |
| FedEx | NZ$29.12 | 11–17 days | Door-to-door delivery, but not to P.O. boxes. A bit pricey and slower. |
In our opinion, Fastway Couriers is the number one choice if you want to receive your order quickly and for free (for orders over NZ$110). We recommend other options if Fastway is unavailable for a specific item.
For example, we noticed that when we added fennel seeds to the cart, Fastway could not be selected — it says that delivery by this method is not available for this product.
How to Get Free iHerb Shipping to New Zealand
To avoid paying for shipping, place an order over NZ$110. Then, free shipping via Fastway Couriers will automatically be available. If the amount is less, shipping will be paid — the price varies for each weight and value, check in your cart.
Does iHerb Ship to New Zealand and How Long Does It Take?
We checked delivery times for various postal codes and cities, and the answer is — iHerb indeed ships everywhere, including the most remote corners. How many days a New Zealand resident will wait for their order:
- Auckland: 7–10 days (Fastway Couriers)
- Wellington: 8–13 days (Fastway Couriers)
- Christchurch: 8–13 days
- Dunedin: 8–13 days
- Raoul Island (population 0!): 2–7 days — faster than to most major cities!
What Truly Surprised Us
The funniest and most surprising fact was that when we checked delivery times to different parts of New Zealand, the fastest delivery was to Raoul Island — a tiny, practically uninhabited island where no one lives permanently! And delivery there was faster than to major cities, including Auckland and Wellington. Such are the wonders of iHerb logistics! This means the company genuinely tries to cover the entire country, including the most remote places.
Do You Need to Pay Taxes on iHerb Deliveries to New Zealand?
New Zealand Customs charges an import tax — GST 15%. But this tax is already included in the price of all goods on iHerb. This means you do not need to pay extra at customs.
New Zealand Customs only levies taxes on orders over NZ$1,000. However, iHerb does not allow orders exceeding NZ$1,000, so you have nothing to worry about.
What You Should Avoid Ordering from iHerb to New Zealand
Some items can’t be shipped to New Zealand, and you probably won’t even find them on the iHerb NZ site. Just to be safe, here’s what we suggest you avoid adding to your cart to steer clear of customs trouble:
🚫 Certain Supplements
Avoid supplements like GABA, melatonin, DMSO, DMAE, progesterone cream, lithium, or high-dose tryptophan.
💊 High-Dose Vitamins & Minerals
Skip large doses, like vitamin D over 1000 IU, zinc over 25 mg daily, or selenium over 150 mcg.
🥩 Dried Meat & Animal Products
Don’t order dried meat or any animal-based products.
🍯 Honey & Whole Grains
Avoid honey or whole grains.
🌱 Sprouting Seeds
Don’t order seeds meant for sprouting.
🐾 Pet Medications
Skip medications or remedies for pets.
⚡ Certain Extracts & Stimulants
Avoid extracts or stimulants like yohimbine, phenazopyridine, or adrenaline.
To stay safe, always check the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) website for the full list of restricted items before ordering.
Heads-up: Ordering these items could lead to your package being held, destroyed, or even fined. Save yourself the hassle and stick to what’s allowed.
How to Place an Order to Receive It Quickly and Without Problems — Top 5 Tips from Our Editors
1. Check the order amount
To get free shipping, place an order for over NZ$110.
2. Choose Fastway Couriers
If possible — it’s faster and free.
3. Note item restrictions
For example, seeds and some supplements may not be deliverable by Fastway.
4. Fill in the correct address
Provide the exact address and postal code — so delivery will proceed without delays.
5. Use a promo code
DMU6301 — this saves you 10% on your first order.