Oceania
New Zealand
- Capital
- Wellington
- Population
- 5,324,700
- Currency
- New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
- Calling code
- +64
- Languages
- English, Māori
- 84missions
- 53embassies
- 20consulates
- 9honorary consulates
New Zealand
Embassies and consulates in New Zealand
embassies in Wellington
New Zealand hosts 84 foreign missions from 60 countries: 53 embassies, 20 consulates, 9 honorary consulates and 2 other offices. All 53 embassies are in the capital, Wellington. Consulates are also found in Auckland, Christchurch and Lower Hutt.
Map
All missions in New Zealand
Other cities in New Zealand
- 58
- 17
- 5
- 2
- 1
- 1
Outside Wellington, missions are found in Auckland (17), Christchurch (5), Lower Hutt (2), Wanaka (1) and Queenstown (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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China 7 -
Germany 3 -
Japan 3 -
Poland 3 -
Australia 2 -
Bangladesh 2 -
Switzerland 2 -
Chile 2
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Argentina 1 embassy1 - Australia 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
- Bangladesh 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 - Chile 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2
- China 1 embassy · 4 consulates7
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Colombia 1 embassy1 -
Cook Islands 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 2 honorary consulates2 -
Denmark 1 consulate1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Fiji 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 - Germany 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3
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Holy See 1 embassy1 -
Hungary 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Indonesia 1 embassy1 -
Iran 1 embassy1 -
Iraq 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 embassy1 -
Israel 1 embassy1
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Italy 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 - Japan 1 embassy · 2 consulates3
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Kiribati 1 consulate1 -
Kuwait 1 embassy1 -
Luxembourg 1 consulate1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Monaco 1 consulate1 -
Mongolia 1 consulate1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Niue 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Papua New Guinea 1 embassy1 -
Peru 1 embassy1 -
Philippines 1 embassy1 - Poland 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3
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Russia 1 embassy1 -
Samoa 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
Singapore 1 embassy1 -
Solomon Islands 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sri Lanka 1 embassy1 - Switzerland 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2
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Thailand 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Timor-Leste 1 embassy1 -
Tonga 1 consulate1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Tuvalu 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
United States 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Vanuatu 1 embassy1 -
Vietnam 1 embassy1
Visa rules for New Zealand
New Zealand visa guide · 15 visa types
Of the 199 passports in the visa data, 1 can enter visa-free, 60 need an ETA, 137 need a visa from an embassy or consulate and 1 is not admitted for New Zealand.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in New Zealand
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2,277 | 2,204 | 82 | 3.6% | 45.6% |
| 2024 | 2,565 | 2,465 | 93 | 3.6% | 43.5% |
| 2025 | 2,714 | 2,606 | 125 | 4.6% | 36.6% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | 909 | 867 | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | 647 | 578 | 9.0% |
| Germany | 497 | 437 | 9.3% |
| Switzerland | 267 | 259 | 0.4% |
| Spain | 208 | 291 | 2.3% |
| Italy | 126 | 120 | 4.8% |
| Poland | 60 | 54 | 8.5% |
Schengen consulates in New Zealand received 2,714 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 2,606 visas. 4.6% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 the rate was much the same, 3.6%. Applications rose by 6% compared with 2024 (2,565).
Most applications went to France (909), the Netherlands (647), Germany (497) and Switzerland (267).
The numbers include every nationality applying in New Zealand.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of New Zealand
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 2,273 | 1,777 |
| Student (F, M) | 704 | 652 |
| Exchange (J) | 1,623 | 1,819 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 1,732 | 1,631 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 1,240 | 799 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 1,077 | 803 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 69 | 37 |
| Other | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 8,719 | 7,518 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 22.8% | 21.9% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 7,518 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of New Zealand, the 96th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Exchange visitor visas (J) made up 24%, visitor visas 24% and work and treaty visas 22%. That is 14% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (8,719).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of New Zealand received 2,466, 14% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 21.9% for citizens of New Zealand in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 22.8%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
New Zealand’s own missions abroad
New Zealand’s embassies abroad (81)
In the other direction, New Zealand runs 81 missions in 59 countries. Its largest networks are in the United Kingdom (5), the United States (5), China (4), Australia (3) and New Caledonia (3).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in New Zealand
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Christmas Day
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Boxing Day
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New Year's Day
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Day after New Year's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 53 embassies are in the capital, Wellington. The largest foreign networks in New Zealand are those of China (7), Germany (3), Japan (3), Poland (3) and Australia (2).
Travel advice for New Zealand
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to New Zealand: the US State Department rates New Zealand at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 28 April 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to New Zealand (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for New Zealand (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in New Zealand?
China, with 7 missions, followed by Germany (3).
Do I need a visa for New Zealand?
Of 199 passports, 1 can enter visa-free, 60 need an ETA, 137 need a visa from an embassy or consulate and 1 is not admitted for New Zealand; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in New Zealand closed?
On New Zealand’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.