WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand will nearly triple entry fees for tourists, the government said Tuesday, spurring criticism from the key tourism sector that the higher levy will deter visitors.

The government said in a statement that it would increase the international visitor and conservation and tourism fees starting Oct. 1 to NZ$100 ($62.20) from NZ$35 to “ensure visitors contribute to public services and high-quality experiences while visiting New Zealand.”

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