Mexican visa for New Zealand citizens
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Mexico for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 180 days |
| Evisa | Mexico e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Mexico visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Mexico tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Mexico.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Mexico.
If you are looking for Mexico 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 Mexico nearest your place of residence.
- Wellington: The Embassy of Mexico in Wellington, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 40 minutes)
- Auckland: The Consulate of Mexico in Auckland, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 40 minutes)
Mexico visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Mexico diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Mexico from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 137,586 | N/A |
| 2009 | 134,076 | -2.55% |
| 2010 | 139,740 | 4.22% |
| 2011 | 140,418 | 0.49% |
| 2012 | 140,418 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 144,906 | 3.20% |
| 2014 | 176,076 | 21.51% |
| 2015 | 192,558 | 9.36% |
| 2016 | 210,474 | 9.30% |
| 2017 | 235,746 | 12.01% |
| 2018 | 247,878 | 5.15% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Mexico & New Zealand comparison
Mexico's area is approximately 1,943,950 km2 (750,562 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 7.38 times smaller than Mexico.
As of November 2025, Mexico's population is ~135.8 million people - 130,746,244 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Mexico & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Mexico | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 135,766,188 | 5,019,944 | 130.7 million more people live in Mexico than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 157 | 72 | Mexico has 85 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 114 | 135 | Mexico passport holders visit 21 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 212 | 115 | Mexican hosts 97 more foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Mexico in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Mexico in 2018 was approximately 247,878.
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Useful Information
- Mexico City to Wellington: 28484.56 km (17699.48 mi)
- Travel time: 59 hours 20 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025