Facelift — Wellington
Facelift Cost Wellington 2026
Published NZ prices for facelift (smas deep-plane) range from $18,000 – $32,000. This is a national range: our sources don't report Wellington-specific prices.
Prices last verified June 2026. Verify your surgeon at NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon.
Facelift prices — NZ ranges
| Procedure | NZD range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Facelift (SMAS deep-plane) | $18,000 – $32,000 | Most invasive facial procedure; 2-3 week recovery. |
| Mini facelift (S-lift) | $12,000 – $20,000 | Shorter scar, faster recovery; less effective for severe sagging. |
Sources for these ranges (last verified June 2026)
- NZAPS surgeon fee survey 2025
- NZSPRAS member rates 2025
- Auckland Plastic Surgery Group published 2026
- RACS Fellowship guidance
Wellington facelift providers
- 1
Wellington Plastic Surgery Institute
20 Google reviewsThorndon, Wellington★ Listed on NZAPS register✓ Verified clinic record - 2
Dr Alex W W Brown - Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
4 Google reviewsCrofton Downs, Wellington★ Listed on NZAPS register✓ Verified clinic record
What to know about facelift surgery in Wellington
- Recovery: 2-3 weeks before social activity, full settle at 3-6 months.
Three free public credential checks
- NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon — NZAPS / Te Kāhui Whakamōhou Kiri membership requires FRACS plastic surgery fellowship.
- RACS / FRACS — 5+ years specialty training after medical school.
- MCNZ register — vocational scope must read "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery".
About this information
Written by the ClinicCompare editorial team. ClinicCompare is an information directory, not a medical practice, and this page is not medical advice. Talk to a registered practitioner about your own situation.
- Price ranges on this site were last checked against their sources on 1 June 2026. See how we compile prices.
- Sources consulted: NZAPS surgeon fee survey 2025, NZSPRAS member rates 2025, Auckland Plastic Surgery Group published 2026, RACS Fellowship guidance, NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon register, Medical Council of NZ register.
- Check any practitioner on the public register: Medical Council or Dental Council.
Wellington facelift surgery cost — FAQs
How much does facelift cost in Wellington?
Our sources put facelift (smas deep-plane) at $18,000 – $32,000 and mini facelift (s-lift) at $12,000 – $20,000 in NZ. This is a national range: our sources do not report Wellington-specific prices. Ask for an itemised written quote.
How do I check a Wellington facelift surgeon?
Check the surgeon on the NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon register (plasticsurgery.org.nz/find-a-surgeon) and the MCNZ register (mcnz.org.nz), ask for their documented case numbers and before-and-after photos, and compare clinics listed in our directory.
Is facelift cheaper in Wellington than other NZ cities?
We do not publish a city price difference, because none of our price sources report one. Compare written quotes from more than one clinic and check each covers the same items.
Does insurance or ACC cover facelift surgery?
Purely cosmetic facelift surgery is not covered by Te Whatu Ora (public health), ACC or private insurance. Reconstructive procedures following trauma, mastectomy or congenital deformity may be covered subject to clinical prioritisation. Get written pre-approval before surgery — retrospective claims are routinely declined.
Do Wellington clinics offer payment plans?
Some clinics offer payment plans or third-party finance. Terms, fees and interest vary, so ask for the full cost of any finance in writing before you agree.
What credentials should I verify before booking?
Three free public checks: (1) NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon at plasticsurgery.org.nz — NZAPS membership requires FRACS plastic surgery fellowship; (2) MCNZ register at mcnz.org.nz — vocational scope must read "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery"; (3) Medsafe device notification at medsafe.govt.nz for any implant brand. Avoid practitioners only registered in "Cosmetic Medicine" vocational scope — that is a separate scope without FRACS surgical specialty training.