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New Zealand Embassy in Japan

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In Japan, New Zealand has an embassy in Tokyo. Japanese citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for New Zealand, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.

New Zealand Embassy in Tokyo

Embassy of New Zealand in Tokyo

Embassy · Tokyo

Today 09:00–17:30
Head of mission
Carolyn Schwalger

In Tokyo, the New Zealand embassy represents New Zealand towards Japan. The head of mission on record is Carolyn Schwalger. Its phone number and website are on its page.

New Zealand visa for Japanese citizens

JapanNew Zealand Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) New Zealand visa for citizens of Japan

New ZealandJapan Visa-free, 90 days Japan visa for citizens of New Zealand

New Zealand visa requirements for citizens of Japan

  • NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority)
  • Fee: NZ$17
  • 1 required document

checked 22 October 2026

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Before flying to New Zealand, Japanese citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed. The application is made online on the official portal of New Zealand, not at the New Zealand embassy.

Japan’s missions in New Zealand

Missions of Japan in New Zealand (3)

In return, Japan has 3 missions in New Zealand, including its embassy in Wellington.

Good to know

New Zealand in Japan

Worldwide, New Zealand has 81 missions in 59 countries; one of them is in Japan.

Travel to Japan for New Zealand citizens

New Zealand citizens do not need a visa for Japan: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. In Japan, New Zealand citizens can turn to the New Zealand embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the New Zealand embassy in Japan is closed

The New Zealand embassy in Japan closes on Japan’s public holidays, the next being Labour Thanksgiving Day on Monday 23 November 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Coming of Age Day on Monday 11 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of New Zealand, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the New Zealand embassy in Japan?

The New Zealand embassy is in Tokyo.

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Before flying to New Zealand, Japanese citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.

Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Japan?

Japan admits New Zealand citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Does Japan have an embassy in New Zealand?

Yes, Japan has its embassy in Wellington, along with 2 other missions in New Zealand.