New Zealand
Malaysia
Malaysia visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for Malaysia, 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 · Confirm at kln.gov.my
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malaysian citizens travelling to New Zealand
MalaysiaNew Zealand Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) New Zealand visa for citizens of Malaysia
Travel advice for Malaysia
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- 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 Malaysia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Malaysia at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 21 February 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Malaysia (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Malaysia (updated 16 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Malaysia
New Zealand citizens may stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malaysia.
Malaysia’s neighbours for New Zealand citizens
Brunei and Thailand admit New Zealand citizens visa-free.
Malaysian citizens travelling to New Zealand
Before flying to New Zealand, Malaysian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for Malaysia, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Malaysia?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Before flying to New Zealand, Malaysian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Malaysia visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens can enter Malaysia 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.