Malaysian visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Malaysia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Malaysia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Malaysia e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malaysia visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Malaysia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malaysia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malaysia.
If you are looking for Malaysia 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 Malaysia nearest your place of residence.
- Wellington: The High Commission of Malaysia in Wellington, New Zealand (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 44 minutes)
Malaysia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malaysia diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Malaysia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 56,482 | N/A |
| 2009 | 54,804 | -2.97% |
| 2010 | 56,482 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 55,363 | -1.98% |
| 2012 | 55,363 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 54,804 | -1.01% |
| 2014 | 57,041 | 4.08% |
| 2015 | 55,923 | -1.96% |
| 2016 | 53,686 | -4.00% |
| 2017 | 57,600 | 7.29% |
| 2018 | 58,159 | 0.97% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malaysia & New Zealand comparison
Malaysia's area is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 24.78% smaller than Malaysia.
As of October 2025, Malaysia's population is ~34.5 million people - 29,449,844 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Malaysia & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malaysia | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,469,788 | 5,019,944 | 29.4 million more people live in Malaysia than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 107 | 72 | Malaysia has 35 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 133 | 135 | Malaysia passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 126 | 115 | Malaysian hosts 11 more foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Malaysia in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Malaysia in 2018 was approximately 58,159.
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- Travel time: 17 hours 51 minutes
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