New Zealand visa requirements for Uzbekistani citizens in 2026
Last updated 17 Apr 2026
Checked 20 Jul 2026
Entry requirement
Visa required — apply before you travel
Purpose
Tourism
Conditions for entry — required on every route
These apply whether you enter visa-free, on a visa on arrival, or on an e-Visa. Airlines can deny boarding if they're not met.
Onward ticket
Required — airlines may ask to see it at check-in
How to enter
Uzbekistani passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter New Zealand.
1
Embassy Visa
For Uzbekistani citizens looking to travel to New Zealand, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest New Zealand embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.
ENTRY
Embassy Visa
PURPOSE
Tourist
Application details
Visa fee
441 NZD
Processing time
1.5 weeks
Required documents
- copy of your passport
- 1 acceptable photo
- police certificates, if required
- evidence of a chest X-ray, if required
- evidence of a medical examination, if required
- proof you have enough money to live on
- proof of your plans in New Zealand to show you are a genuine visitor
- proof you can leave New Zealand at the end of your stay
Last updated 20 Jul 2026 ·
Source: Information about NZeTA: New Zealand Electronic Travel Auth…
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Further notes
- Diplomatic, service and standard passports with the former USSR symbol issued in Uzbekistan are unacceptable, and visas will not be endorsed in them.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for New Zealand from Uzbekistan?
Yes, a visa is required for Uzbekistani citizens.
Do Uzbekistani citizens need a visa for New Zealand in 2026?
Yes, a visa is required for Uzbekistani citizens. Options include: Embassy Visa.
Can Uzbekistani citizens travel to New Zealand?
Yes, Uzbekistani citizens can travel to New Zealand, but a visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in New Zealand with Embassy Visa for Uzbekistani citizens?
The maximum length of stay in New Zealand with Embassy Visa is not specified. Uzbekistani citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Uzbekistani citizen overstays their visa in New Zealand?
Overstaying a 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.
About New Zealand
- Official
- New Zealand
- Capital
- Wellington
- Currency
- New Zealand dollar
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +64
- Population
- 4,993,923
- Region
- Oceania · Australia and New Zealand
Last checked 20 Jul 2026 ·
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.