High Commission of New Zealand in Tarawa
Today 08:30–12:30, 13:30–17:00- Address
- Main Road, Bairiki
- Phone
- +686 7402 1400
- Website
- mfat.govt.nz
- Head of mission
- Pati Gagau
New Zealand
Kiribati
New Zealand Embassy in Kiribati
1 embassy
In Kiribati, New Zealand has an embassy in Tarawa. Citizens of Kiribati need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
New Zealand Embassy in Tarawa
At Main Road, Bairiki, the New Zealand embassy represents New Zealand towards Kiribati. The head of mission on record is Pati Gagau. Its phone number and website are on its page.
New Zealand visa for citizens of Kiribati
KiribatiNew Zealand Visa required New Zealand visa for citizens of Kiribati
New ZealandKiribati Visa-free, 90 days Kiribati visa for citizens of New Zealand
New Zealand visa requirements for citizens of Kiribati
- Visitor Visa
- Transit through Auckland – brief
- Study and work (brief)
- Fee: NZ$441
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Citizens of Kiribati need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel. From Kiribati, the application is made at the New Zealand embassy in Tarawa or through a visa centre appointed by New Zealand.
Kiribati’s missions in New Zealand
Missions of Kiribati in New Zealand (1)
In return, Kiribati has 1 mission in New Zealand, but no embassy there on record.
Good to know
New Zealand in Kiribati
Worldwide, New Zealand has 81 missions in 59 countries; one of them is in Kiribati.
Travel to Kiribati for New Zealand citizens
Kiribati admits New Zealand citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. In Kiribati, New Zealand citizens can turn to the New Zealand embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the New Zealand embassy in Kiribati is closed
The New Zealand embassy in Kiribati closes on Kiribati’s public holidays, the next being Human Rights and Peace Day on Thursday 10 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, 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 Kiribati?
The New Zealand embassy is in Tarawa, at Main Road, Bairiki.
Do citizens of Kiribati need a visa for New Zealand?
Citizens of Kiribati need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Kiribati?
New Zealand citizens can visit Kiribati without a visa for up to 90 days.
Does Kiribati have an embassy in New Zealand?
Not on record: Kiribati has 1 mission in New Zealand, but no embassy.