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New Zealand to Türkiye visa requirements

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

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The clock is cumulative, so multiple short trips count toward the same 90-day limit.

Q: How valid must my passport be?

Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Türkiye and have a blank page for the entry stamp.

Q: Is Türkiye in the Schengen area or does ETIAS apply?

No. Türkiye is not a Schengen country, so the EU Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Türkiye runs its own separate visa-free 90/180 count.

Q: What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?

You must apply for a short-term residence permit through Türkiye's Presidency of Migration Management before your visa-free period ends. Overstaying leads to fines and possible entry bans.

Q: Will I be asked for documents at the border?

Possibly. Even with visa-free entry, officers may request proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds.

New Zealand ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourist trips to Türkiye. They can enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period. New Zealand ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for tourism and short visits to Türkiye, per the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They may stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa or e-Visa — they simply present a valid passport on arrival. Türkiye is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here; Türkiye operates its own separate 90/180 day count. No e-Visa is required (the evisa.gov.tr system lists New Zealand as visa-exempt). The passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry and have a blank page for stamps. Stays beyond 90 days require a residence permit obtained from Turkish provincial migration authorities. Border officers may ask for proof of onward/return travel and accommodation. This verdict was verified against the Turkish MFA official visa page on 2026-05-30.

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.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (visa exemption)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries within the 90/180 allowance

from issue date

Visa fee

NZD 0 / USD 0

consular fee only

Processing time

None — entry at border

standard track

Validity

90 days within any 180-day period

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport eligibility

You must hold an ordinary New Zealand passport. Ensure it is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry date into Türkiye and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.

· Ordinary passport· 6 months validity

/02

Verify no e-Visa is needed

New Zealand is on Türkiye's visa-exemption list, so no e-Visa application is required. If you check evisa.gov.tr, it will confirm New Zealand citizens are exempt for short tourist stays.

· No e-Visa· evisa.gov.tr

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of onward or return travel, confirmed accommodation details, and evidence of sufficient funds. Border officers may request these even for visa-free entry.

· Return ticket· Accommodation

/04

Travel and present at the border

On arrival at a Turkish airport or port of entry, present your valid passport. The immigration officer stamps you in for visa-free stay. No fee is collected.

· Passport stamp· No fee

/05

Track your 90/180 day allowance

Count your days carefully: you may stay a maximum of 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. Overstaying triggers fines and possible entry bans.

· 90/180 rule· Avoid overstay

/06

Apply for a residence permit if staying longer

If you intend to remain beyond 90 days, apply for a short-term residence permit through Türkiye's Presidency of Migration Management (göç idaresi) before your visa-free period expires.

· Residence permit· Göç İdaresi

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

New Zealand -> Türkiye · Visa-free (visa exemption)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredOrdinary NZ passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date

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

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page for entry stamp

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

required

RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedConfirmed accommodation booking

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

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering Türkiye

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

recommended

RequiredNote your 90-day limit within 180 days

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

required

OptionalResidence permit application (only if staying 90+ days)

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.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesRepublic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information for Foreigners Republic of Türkiye Electronic Visa Application System (e-Visa)New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade — SafeTravel Türkiye

Application link included: Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information for Foreigners

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa feeUSD 0Not applicable — New Zealand citizens are visa-exempt

e-Visa feeUSD 0No e-Visa required for New Zealand ordinary passport holders

Entry/border feeUSD 0No fee collected at the border for visa-free entry

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border

Immediate on arrival

Present a valid passport at immigration; no prior application, no fee, no e-Visa needed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Bilateral visa-exemption agreement

Türkiye exempts New Zealand ordinary and official passport holders from visa requirements for stays up to 90 days, as published by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

High

/02

Short tourist stay under 90 days

Typical holiday and sightseeing trips fall well within the 90-day visa-free allowance, requiring no paperwork.

High

/03

No e-Visa eligibility issue

Unlike some nationalities, New Zealanders are not directed to the e-Visa system because they are fully visa-exempt for short stays.

Medium

/04

Business or family short visits

Brief non-tourist visits such as meetings or visiting relatives are also covered under the same 90-day exemption.

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 Türkiye route verified

Confirmed against the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs that New Zealand ordinary passport holders remain visa-exempt for up to 90 days within any 180-day period, with no e-Visa required. Türkiye is not in the Schengen area.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do New Zealanders need a visa or e-Visa for Türkiye?—

No. New Zealand ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt and do not need a visa or e-Visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Just present a valid passport on arrival.

How long can I stay in Türkiye without a visa?+

How valid must my passport be?+

Is Türkiye in the Schengen area or does ETIAS apply?+

What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?+

Will I be asked for documents at the border?+

/11 — Passport tools