🇹🇷TÜRKIYE

🇳🇿NEW ZEALANDTR-NZ

Do Türkiye passport holders need a visa to visit New Zealand?

Q: Is there a visa on arrival for New Zealand?

No. New Zealand does not grant visas on arrival. You must hold an approved Visitor Visa before you board your flight.

Q: How long can I stay on a Visitor Visa?

Up to 9 months within an 18-month period, though tourist grants are often shorter (e.g. 3 months). The exact period is set when the visa is granted.

Q: How much does it cost in total?

Budget from NZD 441 for the visa plus the NZD 100 IVL — roughly NZD 541 or more, before any biometric/service fees.

Q: Do I pay the International Visitor Levy?

Yes. Turkish travelers are not exempt; the NZD 100 IVL is paid together with the visa application.

Q: How long does processing take?

Straightforward online tourist applications are typically decided within about 1-4 weeks, but times vary by case and season, so apply early.

Turkish ordinary passport holders need a Visitor Visa before traveling to New Zealand. Turkey is not on the NZ visa-waiver list, so the NZeTA is not an option. Türkiye is not a New Zealand visa-waiver country, so Turkish ordinary passport holders cannot use the NZeTA. To visit for tourism you must apply for and be granted a Visitor Visa from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) before you travel — there is no visa on arrival. Most tourist applications are submitted online; some applicants may be asked to lodge a paper application or supply biometrics through the relevant visa office. The base Visitor Visa fee starts from NZD 441, plus the NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL), which Turkish travelers must pay. A Visitor Visa allows a stay of up to 9 months within an 18-month period (tourist grants are commonly shorter, e.g. 3 months) and may be issued single- or multiple-entry at INZ's discretion. Approval is never guaranteed; you must show genuine intent to visit temporarily, sufficient funds, onward/return travel and a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure (6 months recommended).

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visitor Visa (apply before travel; no NZeTA, no visa on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 9 months within an 18-month period (tourist grants often shorter, e.g. 3 months)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (at INZ discretion)

from issue date

Visa fee

From NZD 441 + NZD 100 IVL

consular fee only

Processing time

Around 1-4 weeks typical (varies by case and season)

standard track

Validity

Up to 18-24 months from issue depending on grant

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa

Use the Immigration New Zealand visa lookup tool. As a Türkiye ordinary passport holder you are not visa-waiver eligible and cannot use the NZeTA, so a Visitor Visa is required.

· INZ visa tool· Turkey = visa required

/02

Create a RealMe / INZ online account

Set up an account on the Immigration New Zealand online portal to start your Visitor Visa application, or obtain a paper form if directed.

· Online application· RealMe login

/03

Gather supporting documents

Prepare passport, photo, travel itinerary, accommodation, proof of funds, return/onward ticket and evidence of ties to Türkiye.

· Document checklist

/04

Complete the application and pay

Fill in the Visitor Visa application, upload documents, and pay the visa fee (from NZD 441) plus the NZD 100 IVL in one transaction.

· Fee NZD 441+· IVL NZD 100

/05

Submit biometrics if requested

Some applicants are asked to provide fingerprints/photo at a visa application centre or supply additional information.

· Biometrics if asked

/06

Receive decision and travel

Wait for the e-visa/visa label outcome, then travel within the visa validity and stay no longer than the granted period.

· e-Visa decision· Travel within validity

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Türkiye ordinary passport valid 3+ months beyond departure (6 months recommended)

required

Completed Immigration New Zealand Visitor Visa application

required

Recent passport-style photo meeting INZ specs

required

Confirmed return or onward travel ticket

required

Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)

required

Accommodation details / travel itinerary

required

Evidence of ties to Türkiye (employment, study, family)

recommended

Travel/medical insurance

recommended

Visa fee from NZD 441 plus NZD 100 IVL

required

Biometrics (fingerprints/photo) if requested by INZ

conditional

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visitor Visa application feeFrom NZD 441Base online application fee; paper/offshore lodgement may differ

International Visitor Levy (IVL)NZD 100Paid with the application; Türkiye nationals are not exempt

Biometrics / visa centre service feeVariesOnly if biometrics or VAC services are required

Total estimateNZD 541 — NZD 600+incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online Visitor Visa

Around 1-4 weeks

Apply online through Immigration New Zealand; most straightforward tourist cases decided within weeks.

Paper / offshore application

Several weeks to longer

If directed to lodge a paper application or via a visa office; can take longer, especially in peak season.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Türkiye is not a visa-waiver country

New Zealand's visa-waiver and NZeTA scheme does not include Türkiye, so a full visitor visa is mandatory.

High

/02

No visa on arrival

New Zealand does not offer visa on arrival; the visa must be granted before you board your flight.

High

/03

Tourism / short visit

Visiting friends, sightseeing or holidays falls under the Visitor Visa category.

High

/04

Insufficient ties or funds

Applications can be declined if you cannot show genuine temporary intent or adequate funds.

Medium

/05

Transit through New Zealand

Türkiye nationals generally need a transit or visitor visa even when only transiting.

Low

/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

Türkiye to New Zealand route verified

Confirmed via Immigration New Zealand that Türkiye is not a visa-waiver/NZeTA country; Turkish ordinary passport holders must obtain a Visitor Visa (from NZD 441) plus the NZD 100 IVL before travel.

/09 — The questions