Irish visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Ireland for a short-term stay: None.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Ireland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | None |
| Evisa | Ireland e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ireland visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Ireland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ireland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ireland.
If you are looking for Ireland 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 Ireland nearest your place of residence.
- Wellington: The Embassy of Ireland in Wellington, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now)
- Auckland: The Honorary Consulate of Ireland in Auckland, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now)
Ireland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ireland diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Ireland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 91,708 | N/A |
| 2009 | 93,524 | 1.98% |
| 2010 | 91,708 | -1.94% |
| 2011 | 86,260 | -5.94% |
| 2012 | 87,168 | 1.05% |
| 2013 | 93,524 | 7.29% |
| 2014 | 89,892 | -3.88% |
| 2015 | 93,524 | 4.04% |
| 2016 | 88,076 | -5.83% |
| 2017 | 90,800 | 3.09% |
| 2018 | 94,432 | 4.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ireland & New Zealand comparison
Ireland's area is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 3.82 times bigger than Ireland.
As of November 2025, Ireland's population is ~5.2 million people - 196,826 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Ireland & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ireland | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,216,770 | 5,019,944 | 196826 more people live in Ireland than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 72 | Ireland has 15 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 135 | Ireland passport holders visit 0 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 82 | 115 | Irish hosts 33 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Ireland in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Ireland in 2018 was approximately 94,432.
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