Bhutanese visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for New Zealand passport holders visiting Bhutan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Bhutan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bhutan e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bhutan visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Bhutan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bhutan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bhutan.
If you are looking for Bhutan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bhutan nearest your place of residence.
- Singapore City: The Consulate General of in Singapore City, ~ 8527.05 kilometers (5298.46 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 20 minutes).
- Tokyo: The Consulate General of in Tokyo, ~ 9240.66 kilometers (5741.88 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 50 minutes).
Bhutan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bhutan diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Bhutan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 168 | N/A |
| 2009 | 138 | -17.86% |
| 2010 | 246 | 78.26% |
| 2011 | 396 | 60.98% |
| 2012 | 630 | 59.09% |
| 2013 | 696 | 10.48% |
| 2014 | 798 | 14.66% |
| 2015 | 930 | 16.54% |
| 2016 | 1,260 | 35.48% |
| 2017 | 1,530 | 21.43% |
| 2018 | 1,644 | 7.45% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bhutan & New Zealand comparison
Bhutan's area is approximately 38,117 km2 (14,717 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 6.91 times bigger than Bhutan.
As of October 2025, Bhutan's population is ~814818 people - 4,205,126 fewer people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Bhutan & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bhutan | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 814,818 | 5,019,944 | 4.2 million fewer people live in Bhutan than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 72 | Bhutan has 63 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 15 | 135 | Bhutan passport holders visit 120 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 8 | 115 | Bhutanese hosts 107 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Bhutan in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Bhutan in 2018 was approximately 1,644.
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