Classification Office (New Zealand)

classification agency of films, video games and literary works in New Zealand

The Office of Film and Literature Classification (Māori: Te Mana Whakaatu), branded as the Classification Office, is an independent Crown entity responsible for censorship and classification of publications in New Zealand. This includes films, video games, books, magazines, CDs, T-shirts, street signs, jigsaw puzzles, drink cans, and slogans on campervans.

Label Name Definition
G General Suitable for general audiences.
PG Parental Guidance Parental guidance recommended for younger viewers.
M Mature Suitable for (but not restricted to) mature audiences 16 years and up.
RP13 RP13 Restricted to people 13 years of age and over, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
R13 R13 Restricted to people 13 years of age and over.
R15 R15 Restricted to people 15 years of age and over.
RP16 RP16 Restricted to people 16 years of age and over, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
R16 R16 Restricted to people 16 years of age and over.
RP18 RP18 Restricted to people 18 years of age and over unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
R18 R18 Restricted to people 18 years of age and over.
R Restricted Restricted to a particular class of people, or for particular purposes, or both, specified by the Office of Film and Literature Classification.

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