Russia passport → New Zealand

Do Russian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

eVisa (apply online)

Russian passport holders need an eVisa for New Zealand. You apply and pay online before you travel.

Apply on the official site: immigration.govt.nz

Heads-up: some sources list this route as visa required.

What this means for your trip

Apply through the official channel (the government portal, or the airline or agent it names) and keep a printed copy of the approval.
Processing usually takes a few working days; apply at least two weeks ahead.
Check that the eVisa type matches your purpose of travel.

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New Zealand at a glance

Capital: Wellington
Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD)
Languages: English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code: +64
Region: Australia and New Zealand

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New Zealand for other passports

RussiaeVisa
IndiaVisa required
United StateseTA90 days
United KingdomeTA180 days
United Arab EmirateseTA90 days
ChinaeVisa
SingaporeeTA90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Australia and New Zealand for Russian passport holders

AustraliaeVisa

Common questions

Do Russian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Russian passport holders need an eVisa for New Zealand. You apply and pay online before you travel.

How long can Russian citizens stay in New Zealand?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can Russian citizens get a visa on arrival in New Zealand?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Russian citizens visit without a visa?

114 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Russia passport ranks #36 of 93 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.