High Commission of New Zealand in Pretoria
Today 09:00–12:00, 13:00–16:00- Address
- Middel Street 125, 0181 Pretoria
- Phone
- +27 12 4359000
- Website
- mfat.govt.nz
- Head of mission
- Philip Hewitt
New Zealand
South Africa
New Zealand Embassy in South Africa
1 embassy
New Zealand is represented in South Africa by 1 mission: an embassy in Pretoria. New Zealand requires South African citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
New Zealand Embassy in Pretoria
At Middel Street 125, 0181 Pretoria, the New Zealand embassy represents New Zealand towards South Africa. The head of mission on record is Philip Hewitt. Its phone number and website are on its page.
New Zealand visa for South African citizens
South AfricaNew Zealand Visa required New Zealand visa for citizens of South Africa
New ZealandSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of New Zealand
New Zealand visa requirements for citizens of South Africa
- Visitor Visa
- Transit through Auckland – brief
- Study and work (brief)
- Fee: NZ$441
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand. From South Africa, the application is made at the New Zealand embassy in Pretoria or through a visa centre appointed by New Zealand.
South Africa’s missions in New Zealand
Missions of South Africa in New Zealand (1)
In return, South Africa has an embassy in New Zealand, in Wellington.
Good to know
New Zealand in South Africa
Worldwide, New Zealand has 81 missions in 59 countries; one of them is in South Africa.
Travel to South Africa for New Zealand citizens
New Zealand citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. In South Africa, New Zealand citizens can turn to the New Zealand embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the New Zealand embassy in South Africa is closed
The New Zealand embassy in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's 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 South Africa?
The New Zealand embassy is in Pretoria, at Middel Street 125, 0181 Pretoria.
Do South African citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
South African citizens need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for South Africa?
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for South Africa, for stays of up to 90 days.
Does South Africa have an embassy in New Zealand?
Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Wellington.