New Zealand Embassy and Consulates in United Arab Emirates
New Zealand Embassy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
New Zealand Consulate General in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of New Zealand may close on the following UAE and New Zealand holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Mother's Day | Sunday, May 10 | 1 week, 1 day |
| Queen's Birthday | Monday, June 01 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Father's Day | Sunday, September 06 | 4 months |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 4 months, 3 weeks |
| South Canterbury Anniversary Day | Monday, September 28 | 4 months, 3 weeks |
| Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day | Friday, October 23 | 5 months, 3 weeks |
| Labour Day | Monday, October 26 | 5 months, 3 weeks |
| Halloween | Saturday, October 31 | 5 months, 4 weeks |
| Marlborough Anniversary Day | Monday, November 02 | 6 months |
| Guy Fawkes Night | Thursday, November 05 | 6 months |
| Canterbury Anniversary Day | Friday, November 13 | 6 months, 1 week |
1. How many New Zealand Embassies/Consulates are there in United Arab Emirates?
New Zealand currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in United Arab Emirates including Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
2 - Do UAE citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
UAE 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 United Arab Emirates for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of New Zealand embassies in United Arab Emirates?
The New Zealand representative offices in United Arab Emirates will be closed in observance of the following UAE and New Zealand holidays in 2026/2024:
- Mother's Day (NZ) Sun, May 10, 2026 (1 week, 1 day)
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Time in New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates
Wellington, New Zealand time is 8:00 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates