Kazakhstan passport → New Zealand

Do Kazakhstani citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Visa required in advance

Kazakhstani passport holders need a visa for New Zealand, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

Apply on the official site: immigration.govt.nz

What this means for your trip

Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.

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New Zealand at a glance

Capital: Wellington
Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD)
Languages: English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code: +64
Region: Australia and New Zealand

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New Zealand for other passports

KazakhstanVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StateseTA90 days
United KingdomeTA180 days
United Arab EmirateseTA90 days
ChinaeVisa
SingaporeeTA90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Australia and New Zealand for Kazakhstani passport holders

AustraliaeVisa

Common questions

Do Kazakhstani citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

How long can Kazakhstani citizens stay in New Zealand?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can Kazakhstani citizens get a visa on arrival in New Zealand?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Kazakhstani citizens visit without a visa?

78 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Kazakhstan passport ranks #55 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.