Yes, you can legally drive in New Zealand using a valid, unexpired US driver's license for up to 12 months from the date of your arrival in the country. If your US license is printed in English, you are not strictly required to carry an International Driving Permit, though keeping one can still be helpful for identification purposes. Once your 12-month period expires, if you choose to remain in New Zealand as a resident, you must convert your US driver's license to a New Zealand driver's license by passing theory and practical driving tests. During your temporary stay, you must carry your physical US license with you at all times when operating a motor vehicle.
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