Lesotho visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Lesotho for a short-term stay: 14 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 14 days |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho 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 Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 9239.87 kilometers (5741.39 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 48 minutes).
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 10752.26 kilometers (6681.15 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 18 minutes).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,758 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,064 | 17.41% |
| 2010 | 2,556 | 23.84% |
| 2011 | 2,388 | -6.57% |
| 2012 | 2,538 | 6.28% |
| 2013 | 2,598 | 2.36% |
| 2014 | 6,474 | 149.19% |
| 2015 | 6,492 | 0.28% |
| 2016 | 7,176 | 10.54% |
| 2017 | 6,822 | -4.93% |
| 2018 | 7,038 | 3.17% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & New Zealand comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 8.67 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 2,792,006 fewer people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Lesotho & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 5,019,944 | 2.8 million fewer people live in Lesotho than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 72 | Lesotho has 58 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 135 | Lesotho passport holders visit 87 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 115 | Lesotho hosts 108 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 7,038.
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