New Zealand Visa Requirements for Canadian citizens in 2025

Last Updated: June 13, 2025, 2:16 p.m.

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New Zealand

1) E-Visa

Canadian passport holders planning a visit to New Zealand for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

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Further Notes

  • May enter using eGate.
  • International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy must be paid upon requesting an Electronic Travel Authority.
  • Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. Such travelers are not required to pay the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy.

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General Information about New Zealand

  • Name (Common): New Zealand
  • Name (Official): New Zealand
  • Population: 5084300
  • Area: 270467
  • Capital: Wellington
  • Currency: New Zealand dollar
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +6
  • Region: Oceania
  • Subregion: Australia and New Zealand

Travel Advisory for New Zealand

Advisory Message: New Zealand has a current risk level of 3 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling New Zealand.
Score: 3.0
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/new-zealand
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Canadian citizens can travel to New Zealand, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in New Zealand with E-Visa is unknown. Canadian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in New Zealand can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering New Zealand in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.