New Zealand
Kiribati
Kiribati visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for Kiribati, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Kiribati travelling to New Zealand
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Travel advice for Kiribati
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from New Zealand to Kiribati, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Kiribati at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 1 December 2024), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Kiribati (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Kiribati (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Kiribati
New Zealand citizens may stay in Kiribati for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Kiribati.
Citizens of Kiribati travelling to New Zealand
New Zealand requires citizens of Kiribati to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Kiribati?
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for Kiribati, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Kiribati?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Kiribati for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Kiribati need a visa for New Zealand?
New Zealand requires citizens of Kiribati to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Kiribati visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens can enter Kiribati without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.