New Zealand
Thailand
Thailand visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
Thailand admits New Zealand citizens without a visa for stays of up to 60 days.
- Maximum stay
- 60 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at wellington.thaiembassy.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Thai citizens travelling to New Zealand
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Travel advice for Thailand
- 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 Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
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 Thailand, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Thailand at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 6 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Thailand (updated 12 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Thailand (updated 26 October 2026).
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Thailand
New Zealand citizens may stay in Thailand for up to 60 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Thailand.
Thailand’s neighbours for New Zealand citizens
Malaysia admits New Zealand citizens visa-free.
Thai citizens travelling to New Zealand
Thai citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Thailand?
Thailand admits New Zealand citizens without a visa for stays of up to 60 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Thailand?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days.
Do Thai citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Thai citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to New Zealand.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Thailand visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens can enter Thailand without a visa and stay for up to 60 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.