Amazon Associates NZ 2026: Can New Zealanders Join Amazon’s Affiliate Program?
Lily Roberts
Senior Marketing Strategist
11.08.2026
Quick answer: There is no Amazon New Zealand store and no separate Amazon Associates NZ program. Since July 2021, Kiwi shoppers have been able to buy from Amazon.com.au with delivery to New Zealand, and many also shop on Amazon.com. New Zealand publishers therefore use the Australian or US Associates programs, depending on where their readers actually buy, and should confirm eligibility and payment options for their country during sign-up.
Amazon is popular with Kiwi shoppers for books, tech and products that are hard to find locally. That makes Amazon links useful for NZ content, as long as they point to a store that ships to New Zealand.
Why There Is No Amazon NZ Program
Amazon runs a separate Associates program for each of its country stores, such as Amazon.com.au and Amazon.co.uk. New Zealand does not have its own store, so there is no NZ-specific program. Instead, Amazon.com.au opened to New Zealand customers on 6 July 2021, offering standard delivery and returns through DHL drop-off points, and later free shipping to NZ on eligible orders over A$59.
Which Amazon Program Should Kiwis Use?
Option
Best when
Notes
Amazon Associates Australia
Readers buy on Amazon.com.au
Ships to NZ, often faster and cheaper than the US store
Amazon Associates US
Readers buy on Amazon.com
Wider catalogue, international shipping
Both with OneLink
Mixed international audience
Routes visitors to their local store where supported
If a New Zealand reader buys on Amazon.com.au through your Australian Associates link, the sale qualifies like any other: you earn the category rate on qualifying items added to the cart within 24 hours. Commissions are paid in AUD, so check how your bank or payment method handles currency conversion.
Tips For NZ Publishers Using Amazon
Check NZ shipping: Not every Amazon.com.au product ships to New Zealand.
Mention delivery costs: Kiwi readers want to know the landed price.
Add local retailers: Mighty Ape and other NZ stores often convert better.
Disclose clearly: Label affiliate links near the link.
Is there an Amazon Associates program in New Zealand?
No. There is no Amazon NZ store, so publishers use the Australian or US programs.
Does Amazon Australia ship to New Zealand?
Yes. Amazon.com.au has shipped to New Zealand since July 2021.
Can I earn commission on NZ shoppers?
Yes, when they buy through your links on a store whose program you have joined.
Conclusion
There is no Amazon Associates NZ, but Kiwi publishers can still earn from Amazon through the Australian or US programs. Match the program to where your readers buy, and pair Amazon with local NZ retailers on Commission Factory.
