Home/from/New Zealand/to/Hong Kong (SAR China)

🇳🇿New Zealand

🇭🇰Hong Kong (SAR China)NZ-HK

New Zealand to Hong Kong (SAR China) visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Hong Kong without a visa?

Up to 90 days per visit. Longer stays, work, or study require a relevant visa applied for in advance.

Q: Is there an eVisa or online registration before travel?

No. Unlike entering New Zealand (which requires an NZeTA), Hong Kong requires no advance online authorization for NZ visitors.

Q: What passport validity do I need?

Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. Six months' validity beyond your departure date is the safe standard most airlines enforce.

Q: Do I need a return ticket?

Yes. You must hold an onward or return ticket, unless transiting to mainland China or Macao, plus adequate funds for your stay.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?

You may apply to the Hong Kong Immigration Department for an extension of stay; a fee of HKD 230 applies and approval is at their discretion.

No visa required. New Zealand ordinary passport holders can visit Hong Kong visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. New Zealand ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to the Hong Kong SAR for stays of up to 90 days for tourism, social visits, and minor business activities (such as attending exhibitions or giving a presentation). No visa, eVisa, or advance approval is required before travel. You simply arrive, present your passport, and immigration grants the permitted stay. Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay (six months' validity beyond departure is the safe standard recommended by carriers). You must hold onward or return tickets and have adequate funds for your stay. To work, study, take up residence, or stay longer than 90 days, a relevant visa must be obtained in advance from the Immigration Department. This verdict was confirmed against the Hong Kong Immigration Department and New Zealand government sources as of 30 May 2026.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

Policy alertWatch this route for rule changesSave this passport and destination for email summaries and optional browser notifications.Subscribe →

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free entry

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple

from issue date

Visa fee

HKD 0

consular fee only

Processing time

None (entry on arrival)

standard track

Validity

Per entry; passport valid for stay (6 months recommended)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport validity

Ensure your New Zealand ordinary passport is valid for your entire stay; six months beyond your planned departure is the safe standard most airlines enforce.

· Before booking· 6 months recommended

/02

Book onward or return travel

Hold a confirmed onward or return ticket. This is an entry requirement unless you are transiting to mainland China or Macao.

· Required at check-in

/03

Prepare proof of funds and accommodation

Carry evidence of adequate funds for your stay and your hotel booking or host address. Immigration may ask at the counter.

· Supporting docs

/04

Travel to Hong Kong — no visa needed

No visa, eVisa, or pre-arrival registration applies to NZ passport holders for a short tourist visit. Board your flight with just your passport.

· No pre-approval

/05

Clear immigration on arrival

Present your passport at immigration. Officers grant a visa-free stay of up to 90 days. Hong Kong issues a landing slip / e-Channel record rather than a passport stamp.

· At the border· Up to 90 days granted

/06

Depart within the permitted period

Leave Hong Kong before your permitted stay expires. Overstaying is a serious offence. Apply for an extension of stay at the Immigration Department if you need more time.

· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

New Zealand -> Hong Kong (SAR China) · Visa-free entry

0 / 10 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedNew Zealand ordinary passport valid for the stay (6 months beyond departure recommended)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed onward or return ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of adequate funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedAccommodation booking or host address

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedReturn/onward itinerary printout or e-copy

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedContact details while in Hong Kong

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalNo visa or eVisa needed for a stay of 90 days or less

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

Official sourcesHong Kong Immigration Department — Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements GovHK — General Visa Requirements Hong Kong ETO Sydney — Immigration Services

Application link included: Hong Kong Immigration Department — Visit Visa / Entry Permit Requirements

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visitor visa feeHKD 0No visa required for stays up to 90 days

Entry permit / arrival feeHKD 0No fee charged on arrival

Extension of stay (if needed)HKD 230Only if applying to extend beyond the visa-free period

Total estimateHKD 0 — HKD 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at border

No application needed. Immigration grants up to 90 days when you arrive. This is the standard pathway for NZ tourists.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Holidays, family visits, and general sightseeing are fully covered by the 90-day visa-free allowance.

High

/02

Short business visits

Attending exhibitions, conferences, meetings, or giving a presentation is permitted visa-free (no local employment).

Medium

/03

Transit and stopover

Hong Kong is a major hub; NZ travelers passing through can enter visa-free for short stays.

Medium

/04

Visiting friends and relatives

Social visits to family or friends fall within the visa-free visitor category.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

New Zealand to Hong Kong route verified

Confirmed against the Hong Kong Immigration Department that New Zealand ordinary passport holders remain eligible for 90 days visa-free entry for tourism and short visits. No visa, eVisa, or pre-arrival registration is required. No recent policy change affecting NZ nationals.

/09 — The questions