Country guide
New Zealand Business etiquette and meeting customs
Pacific/Auckland
What kind of meeting?
Strict punctuality
Arrive on time or a few minutes early — being late makes a poor impression.
Meeting Culture
Recommended duration30-45 min
Communication StylePolite, understated
Greeting StyleFirm handshake or hongi (Maori greeting)
Daily Schedule
Work Hours08:30 – 17:00
Breakfast07:00 – 08:00
Lunch12:00 – 13:00
Dinner18:00 – 19:00
Sleep22:30 – 06:30
Tips for Meetings
For the kind of meeting you chose above.
Dress Code
Smart casual
Tone
Polite, understated, practical
- ·Respect Maori protocols including karakia (prayer) openings
- ·Modesty is valued — avoid boasting about achievements
- ·Work-life balance is taken seriously — respect personal time
General Tips
- ·Punctuality is valued
- ·Respect Maori culture and protocols
- ·Kiwis are modest — avoid boasting
- ·Work-life balance is important
Cultural Notes
- ·First major timezone to start the day
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