New Zealand Embassy and Consulates in Saudi Arabia
New Zealand Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
New Zealand Honorary Consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of New Zealand may close on the following Saudi Arabian and New Zealand holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| ANZAC Day | Monday, April 27 | 15 hours, 13 minutes |
| Mother's Day | Sunday, May 10 | 1 week, 6 days |
| Arafat Day | Tuesday, May 26 | 4 weeks, 1 day |
| Eid al-Adha | Wednesday, May 27 | 1 month |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | Thursday, May 28 | 1 month |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | Friday, May 29 | 1 month |
| Queen's Birthday | Monday, June 01 | 1 month |
| Muharram (Muslim New Year) | Wednesday, June 17 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Father's Day | Sunday, September 06 | 4 months, 1 week |
| Saudi National Day | Wednesday, September 23 | 4 months, 3 weeks |
1. How many New Zealand Embassies/Consulates are there in Saudi Arabia?
New Zealand currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Saudi Arabia including Riyadh and Jeddah.
2 - Do Saudi Arabian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Saudi Arabian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into New Zealand. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of New Zealand in Saudi Arabia for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of New Zealand embassies in Saudi Arabia?
The New Zealand representative offices in Saudi Arabia will be closed in observance of the following Saudi Arabian and New Zealand holidays in 2026/2024:
- ANZAC Day (NZ) Mon, Apr 27, 2026 (19 hours, 14 minutes)
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Time in New Zealand vs Saudi Arabia
Wellington, New Zealand time is 9:00 hours ahead of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia