International Licence

International Licence | Jockey

Visiting Licence - No Fee
This is an ELECTRONIC APPLICATION. Printing the form and filling it out by hand will make your application ineligible.

An international visiting licence is only granted if the applicant holds a current and active licence issued by their home-based Racing Authority that is identical in category to the licence being applied for under this application. Should the applicant's home-based licence expire, be cancelled, revoked, or become inactive for any reason, any licence issued by NZTR will cease immediately. Please refer to the NZTR Licensing Policy for full details. Upon receipt, your application will be reviewed within 10 working days.

Attachments required to complete the application;
- Colour Photo
- Copy of ID (driver's licence, passport, or birth certificate)
- Copy of Working Visa (if required)
- Copy of Current Licence with your home Racing Authority
In addition, we require your home Racing Authority to provide us with a Stewards Clearance and a Copy of your Judicial Record for the previous 12 months.

PLEASE NOTE: All fields marked with (*) must be completed and the attachments below must be submitted with your application. Your application will not be considered until it is complete, and all necessary attachments have been received. cessed.
International Jockey Licence
Licence Type*

International Apprentice JockeyInternational JockeyInternational Jumps Jockey
Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Name for Publications (if different from Above)

First NameLast Name
Name of Authority Where Currently Licensed*
Riding Weight*
Career Starts*
Career Wins*
Jumping Starts*
Jumping Wins*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

Town/CityCountry
Phone Number*
Email*
example@example.com
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
Please provide legal guardian below if under 18 years of age
Today

MonthDayYear
Date
Days
Age
Legal Guardian (under 18 years of age)
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

Town/CityCountry
Phone Number*
Next Of Kin Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Relationship*
Bank Details New Zealand
Bank Account Name (New Zealand)
Bank Account Number (New Zealand)
Bank Details International
Bank Account Name (International)
Bank Address (International)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Swift Code (International)
BSB Bank State Branch (International)
Account Number (International)
Eligibility to Work in New Zealand
I am a New Zealand or Australian Resident*

YesNo - Please upload a copy of your Visa details below
I have provided a copy of my VISA with this application

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For information regarding Visa requirements please refer to the link below.

Visa requirements
Apprentice Employer
Employer Approval and Confirmation

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) requires written confirmation and approval from the Apprentice Jockey’s current employer before a temporary International Jockey Licence can be granted.

The employer must confirm:

Their approval of the Apprentice Jockey’s visit to New Zealand
Their agreement to the proposed hosting and raceday representation arrangements
To support this, NZTR has provided an option to upload a letter or email from the employer confirming the above.
Name of Current Employer*

First NameLast Name
Email Current Employer*
example@example.com
Letter from Current Employer*

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Host Trainer
Apprentice Jockey Raceday Representation and Temporary Accommodation

Under the New Zealand Rules of Racing, an Apprentice Jockey must have representation on raceday. Specifically:

On or prior to presenting themselves at the jockeys’ room, an Apprentice Jockey must notify a Stipendiary Steward whether it is their employer or a representative of their employer who will be acting as their raceday representative.

The person notified must be present at the Racecourse from the time of notification until the Apprentice Jockey has completed their final ride or any related inquiry has concluded—whichever is later. This person is responsible for the Apprentice Jockey on raceday.

Please provide the following details:
- Name and contact details of the Trainer who will be hosting the Apprentice Jockey and acting as their raceday representative.
- Temporary residential address where the Apprentice Jockey will be staying during their time in New Zealand.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Host Trainer Email*
example@example.com
Temporary Address (in New Zealand)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City/TownState / Province

Post Code
Purpose of visit*
From Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
to Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Approval of Principal Racing Authority
Approval Request for Apprentice Jockey

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) will formally seek the approval of the Principal Racing Authority (PRA) in the jurisdiction where the Apprentice Jockey is currently licensed, prior to processing this application.

To assist with this process, please provide the following details:

Name of the PRA
Contact email
Name of PRA*
PRA Contact email*
licensing@example.com
International Apprentice

All earnings derived by the Apprentice during the term in New Zealand shall be paid into the NZTR Apprentice Jockey Fund Trust. Such earnings shall, subject to any fees, fines, or deductions lawfully imposed by NZTR, be disbursed at the conclusion of the loan term to the Apprentice or, alternatively, remitted directly to the original PRA trust account, as applicable.
Betting Account Details
I have a betting account with a wagering operator*

NoYes - Please provide details below
Betting Account*

Betting OperatorAccount NameAccount Number
Questionnaire
Have you ever been disqualified, or had a licence revoked, suspended or withdrawn, or a licence application refused, by any Racing Authority?*

YesNo
Provide full details of licence disqualified, revoked, suspended, withdrawn, or refused by any Racing Authority and the relevant circumstances *
Do you have any current criminal charges of proceedings pending against you?*

YesNo
Provide full details (current criminal charges of proceedings)*
Have you ever been investigated by any authority for any offence involving neglect or cruelty to animals?*

YesNo
Provide full details (neglect or cruelty to animals)*
Declarations
Rules of Racing*

I acknowledge I have obtained a copy, and informed myself, of the NZTR Rules of Racing and that it is my obligation to update myself in relation to NZTR’s policies and any rule changes and to abide by those policies and Rules of Racing.
Rules Of Racing (employee)*

I acknowledge that, as the holder of an International Licence, the NZTR Rules of Racing and policies, regulations and directives made or issued by NZTR under the Rules of Racing, will apply to me and that I will be bound by them
Link: Rules, Directives & Policies
Code of Conduct*

I acknowledge I have obtained a copy, and informed myself, of the NZTR Code of Conduct and that it is my obligation as a holder of a licence issued by NZTR to understand and comply with the Code of Conduct (including provisions relating to the use of social media)
Link: Code of Conduct
NZTR Consent*

I consent to NZTR to obtaining any clearance and/or any relevant details from my home Racing Authority regarding my licence and judicial history with it
New Zealand Police*

I consent to the New Zealand Police disclosing to NZTR any information that they may that may be relevant to this application. I understand that any record of criminal convictions I might have will be automatically concealed if I meet the eligibility criteria stipulated in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004
Requirements
Health and Safety (not employees)
The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (the HSW Act), which came into force on 4 April 2016, includes the concept of a “person conducting a business or undertaking” (PCBU). This includes all businesses or undertakings regardless of whether a person conducts a business alone or with others, or whether or not it is for profit or gain.

Most Jockeys OR Trainers will be a PCBU under the HSW Act and must ensure they comply with the HSW Act. The HSW Act also contains obligations for workers, which is widely defined. Further details are available on the NZTR website: loveracing.nz/NZTR/Resources/Health-and-Safety

By signing this form, I undertake to NZTR that:
- I understand that I have obligations under the HSW Act and that it is my responsibility to meet those obligations;
- I will carry out my obligations under the HSW Act;
- I will cooperate absolutely with any health and safety investigation conducted by the Racing Integrity Board, NZTR or WorkSafe;
- I will immediately report any incident that must be reported under the HSW Act or as directed by NZTR to the appropriate authorities;
- I will comply with any health and safety policies at any racing or training venue.
I acknowledge that my fitness to hold a licence depends on my compliance with these undertakings and that NZTR may cancel or suspend my licence if I breach them.
Health & Safety declaration*

I understand the Health & Safety requirements
Health and Safety (employees)
The New Zealand Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (the HSW Act), which came into force on 4 April 2016, includes the concept of a “person conducting a business or undertaking” (PCBU). This includes all businesses or undertakings regardless of whether a person conducts a business alone or with others, or whether or not it is for profit or gain.

The HSW Act also contains obligations for “workers”, which is widely defined and would normally include, for example, apprentice jockeys and stablehands. Workers must ensure that they comply with their obligations under the HSW Act. Further details are available on the NZTR website: loveracing.nz/NZTR/Resources/Health-and-Safety

By signing this form, I undertake to NZTR that:
- I understand that I have obligations under the HSW Act and that it is my responsibility to meet those obligations;
- I will carry out my obligations under the HSW Act;
- I will cooperate absolutely with any health and safety investigation conducted by the Racing Integrity Board, NZTR or WorkSafe;
- I will immediately report any incident that must be reported under the HSW Act or as directed by NZTR to the appropriate authorities;
- I will comply with any health and safety policies at any racing or training venue.
I acknowledge that my fitness to hold a licence depends on my compliance with these undertakings and that NZTR may cancel or suspend my licence if I breach them
Health & Safety Declaration*

I understand the Health & Safety requirements
Privacy Act
This information is being collected, and will be held, by New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR), 18 Dick Street, Cambridge. It is being collected for the purpose of processing the application made under this form and for performing NZTR’s functions under the Racing Industry Act 2020 and the Rules of Racing (including relating to licensing and registration, as applicable). You agree that the personal information supplied by you may be retained and used by NZTR and by third parties (if applicable) for these purposes and any directly related purposes. You also agree (unless you tick the box below or notify us otherwise), that NZTR may use this information for direct marketing or providing you with information on events, products and services, and that it may be disclosed by NZTR to, and used by, third parties for these purposes.

NZTR will not use or disclose your personal information in any way, other than that disclosed in this policy or with your prior consent. If you do not provide the requested information, then NZTR may not be able to process your application under this form.

If you do not wish your information to be used by NZTR, or to be disclosed by it to third parties, for the purpose of direct marketing and providing you with information on events, products and services, then please tick the box below. Otherwise, you may at any time opt out of your information being used or disclosed by NZTR in this way by notifying NZTR to that effect by email (office@nztr.co.nz) or by letter to the address set out above.
Privacy Act Declaration*

I understand the Privacy Act requirements
Acknowledge below if you do not wish your information to be disclosed by NZTR

I do not agree to my personal information being used by NZTR, or being disclosed by it to third parties for use, for direct marketing or providing me with information on events, products and services
Attachments
COPY OF ID (copy of either your passport, driver's licence or birth certificate)*

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COLOUR PHOTO (please provide a colour photo for your licence)*

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CURRENT LICENCE (please provide a copy of your current licence with your local racing Authority)*

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Undertaking and Acknowledgements
By signing and submitting this application form to NZTR, I

1. Undertake that have read the form and that all of the information I have provided to NZTR in (or with) this application form is true and correct in every particular.

2. Acknowledge that NZTR will rely upon the information I have provided in (or with) this application form for the purpose of determining whether I am an appropriate person to be granted a licence.

3. Acknowledge that NZTR may take disciplinary action against me in the event that the information I have provided in this application form is false or misleading in any particular, which may result in the revocation of any licence issued to me.
Applicant Signature*

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Notification
You will be notified of the outcome of your application by the NZTR Licensing Panel by email. If your application is approved, NZTR will send you a notification outlining the terms and conditions of your licence. An International Visitors Licence will expire 3 months after it has been issued.

What if my application is denied?

You can appeal to the NZTR Racing & Integrity Committee within 28 days of when you were notified that your application has been declined.

CONTACT US

If you have any queries relating to this application, please contact NZTR Licensing at:

tel: +64 4 576 6279

email: licensing@nztr.co.nz
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International Licence | Jockey

International Jockey Licence

Details

Legal Guardian (under 18 years of age)

Next Of Kin Details

Bank Details New Zealand

Bank Details International

Eligibility to Work in New Zealand

Apprentice Employer

Host Trainer

Approval of Principal Racing Authority

Betting Account Details

Questionnaire

Declarations

Requirements

Health and Safety (not employees)

Health and Safety (employees)

Privacy Act

Attachments

Undertaking and Acknowledgements

Notification