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Türkiye to New Zealand visa requirements

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.
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/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

12 items
Personalized checklist
Türkiye -> New Zealand · Visitor Visa (apply before travel; no NZeTA, no visa on arrival)
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RecommendedTürkiye ordinary passport valid 3+ months beyond departure (6 months recommended)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Immigration New Zealand Visitor Visa application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo meeting INZ specs
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredAccommodation details / travel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedEvidence of ties to Türkiye (employment, study, family)
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
RequiredVisa fee from NZD 441 plus NZD 100 IVL
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalBiometrics (fingerprints/photo) if requested by INZ
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
conditional
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
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.
Application link included: Immigration New Zealand — Visitor Visa
Open link
/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 541NZD 600+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

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

Frequently asked

Can Turkish citizens use the NZeTA for New Zealand?
No. The NZeTA is only for visa-waiver nationalities. Türkiye is not visa-waiver, so Turkish passport holders must apply for a Visitor Visa.
Is there a visa on arrival for New Zealand?+
How long can I stay on a Visitor Visa?+
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/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Türkiye passport

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