New Zealand Embassy and Consulates in South Africa
New Zealand Embassy in Cape Town, South Africa
New Zealand High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of New Zealand may close on the following South African and New Zealand holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Taranaki Anniversary Day | Monday, March 09 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) | Sunday, March 15 | 2 weeks, 4 days |
| Eid ul Fitr | Friday, March 20 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| Human Rights Day | Saturday, March 21 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| Otago Anniversary Day | Monday, March 23 | 3 weeks, 5 days |
| April Fools | Wednesday, April 01 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Holy Saturday | Saturday, April 04 | 1 month, 1 week |
1. How many New Zealand Embassies/Consulates are there in South Africa?
New Zealand currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in South Africa including Cape Town and Pretoria.
2 - Do South African citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
South African 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 South Africa for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of New Zealand embassies in South Africa?
The New Zealand representative offices in South Africa will be closed in observance of the following South African and New Zealand holidays in 2026/2024:
- Taranaki Anniversary Day (NZ) Mon, Mar 09, 2026 (1 week, 6 days)
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Time in New Zealand vs South Africa
Wellington, New Zealand time is 11:00 hours ahead of Pretoria, South Africa