--- title: Freedom Camping Information for Owners description: What do I need to know about renting my van for freedom camping? What certification does my van need? What are the technical requirements for green certification? How should I prepare my van for hirer --- [Skip to content](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#main-content) English Show submenu for translations ![camplify\_logo](https://help.camplify.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/camplify_logo_1080x203_blue.png?width=125&height=23&name=camplify_logo_1080x203_blue.png) - [NZ Help Centre](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [NZ Help Centre](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre) - English Show submenu for translations How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [NZ Help Centre](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre?hsLang=en) 2. 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[Contact](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#contact) # Freedom Camping Information for Owners [What do I need to know about renting my van for freedom camping?](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#info-about-freedom-camping) [What certification does my van need?](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#certification) [What are the technical requirements for green certification?](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#technical-requirements) [How should I prepare my van for hirers who want to freedom camp?](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#preparation) [What should I cover in the handover for freedom camping?](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#handover) [What happens if my hirers break freedom camping rules?](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/freedom-camping-for-owners#break-rules) ### What do I need to know about renting my van for freedom camping? As a Camplify owner, you need to ensure your van meets the current self-containment standards if you want to advertise it as suitable for freedom camping. From 7 December 2024, only vans with green certification can be used for freedom camping in New Zealand. For detailed information, check the [New Zealand Government Freedom Camping Guidelines](https://www.mbie.govt.nz/immigration-and-tourism/tourism/tourism-projects/supporting-sustainable-freedom-camping-in-aotearoa-new-zealand/freedom-camping-changes). --- What certification does my van need? - **Before 7 December 2024**: Blue certification is acceptable - **After 7 December 2024**: Green certification required - Your van must be inspected by an authorised Certification Officer - Certification needs renewal every 4 years --- ### What are the technical requirements for green certification? Your van must have: - A permanently fixed toilet (portable toilets won't qualify after 7 December 2024) - Fresh water storage (4L per person per day for 3 days) - Grey water storage with similar capacity - Black water storage for 3 days - Proper ventilation - Sink with drainage - Rubbish bin with lid - Sealed waste holding tank --- ### How should I prepare my van for hirers who want to freedom camp? 1. **Documentation**: - Mark dump stations using the [NZMCD Dump Station Directory](https://nzmcd.co.nz/stories/public-dump-stations-in-new-zealand/) - Provide clear instructions for waste management - Include emergency contacts - List nearby [i-SITE visitor centres](https://isite.nz/find-an-isite/) 2. **Systems education**: - Demonstrate toilet emptying procedures - Show how to monitor battery levels - Explain power system limitations - Demonstrate water tank monitoring --- ### What should I cover in the handover for freedom camping? 1. **Power systems**: - Battery monitoring - Solar panel operation - Which appliances work off-grid - Charging limitations - Power conservation tips 2. **Waste management**: - Toilet cassette emptying - Dump station locations and fees - Tank level monitoring - Grey water disposal --- ### What happens if my hirers break freedom camping rules? - Fines start at $400 (see the [Freedom Camping Infringement Guide](https://www.mbie.govt.nz/assets/infringement-offences-table-for-website.pdf)) - These can be deducted from the bond - Ensure your hirers understand local restrictions - Provide resources for finding legal camping spots - [General](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/general?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Information](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/general?hsLang=en#information) - [Store](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/general?hsLang=en#store) - [Hirers](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Bookings, Payments and Refunds](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#bookings-payments-and-refunds) - [Cancellation Policy for Hirers](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#cancellation-policy-for-hirers) - [Damage, Breakdowns and Excess](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#damage-breakdowns-and-excess) - [Hirer Information](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#hirer-information) - [Hirer Verification](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#hirer-verification) - [Payment Information for Hirers](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/hirers?hsLang=en#payment-information-for-hirers) - [Owners](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Account Management](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#account-management) - [Booking Management](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#booking-management) - [Contact](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#contact) - [Damage, Cover, and Claims](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#damage-cover-and-claims) - [Legal Requirements](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#legal-requirements) - [Listing Management](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#listing-management) - [Marketing and Growth](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#marketing-and-growth) - [Membership Options](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#membership-options) - [Owner Responsibilities](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#owner-responsibilities) - [Payment and Fees](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#payment-and-fees) - [Policies Terms and Conditions and Useful Documents](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#policies-terms-and-conditions-and-useful-documents) - [Roadside Assistance](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#roadside-assistance) - [Owner Verification](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#owner-verification) - [Instant Book](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#instant-book) - [New Owner Dashboard](https://help.camplify.co.nz/en/nz-help-centre/owners?hsLang=en#new-owner-dashboard) [![Camplify logo](https://help.camplify.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/camplify-blue-rgb.png?width=1970&height=445&name=camplify-blue-rgb.png "Camplify logo")](https://www.camplify.com.au/) Camplify Holdings Limited [camplify.co.nz](https://www.camplify.co.nz/)