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Self-Contained Testing & Certification in Auckland

Self-Contained testing in Auckland

✅ Last Update: Mar 19, 2025 @ 4:55 am

At Travel Cars New Zealand, we’re passionate about helping travelers enjoy their journey.

  • With our reliable certification service and expert advice, you’ll be road-ready in no time. Let us handle the details so you can focus on exploring Auckland and beyond.

💰 How Much & How Long Takes to Certificate a Campervan With Us?

The fee is 350$NZD, and we can certify your campervan, motorhome or caravan the same day, but expect up to 10 working days to receive the green card. 

  • Contact us via email or WhatsApp (+64 21 303 619) to arrange an appointment.

Travel cars NZ works with NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd., nationwide Certifying Authority. We aim to make the certification process simple and efficient for NZ travelling campers.

Green Self-Contained Card

📌 Why Get Certified?

  • Access to Freedom Camping: Many areas in and around Auckland allow camping only in certified self-contained vehicles.
  • Environmental Responsibility: Certification ensures that campers adhere to “leave no trace” principles.
  • Avoiding Fines: Non-compliance with camping regulations can result in penalties.

🔍 Requirements for Certification

To qualify as self-contained, your vehicle must have:

Requirement Description Purpose
Fresh Water Tank Minimum 9 liters per person Ensures sufficient drinking and cleaning water.
Wastewater Tank 50% larger capacity than the fresh water tank Prevents improper disposal of greywater.
Toilet Fixed or portable, accessible at all times Supports hygiene without external facilities.
Rubbish Bin With a lid Promotes responsible waste management.
Sealability All tanks and fittings must be leak-proof Prevents environmental contamination.

🧑‍💻Frequently Asked Questions

Just your campervan or motorhome, the more tidy the better so we can access to it and look easily at the set-up.

Yes it is, as long as it meets the requirements it will be all good! 

It last 4 years, starting from the date of certification. 

Yes, but a certifier must inspect and approve it. Some setups (like fixed toilets) may require professional installation.

Without certification, you can’t stay in self-contained only camping areas. Fines for non-compliance can be $400.

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