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 |
|---|---|---|
| March Equinox | Saturday, March 21 | 3 days, 15 hours |
| Otago Anniversary Day | Monday, March 23 | 5 days, 15 hours |
| April Fools | Wednesday, April 01 | 2 weeks |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| Holy Saturday | Saturday, April 04 | 2 weeks, 3 days |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 05 | 2 weeks, 4 days |
| Easter Monday | Monday, April 06 | 2 weeks, 5 days |
| Southland Anniversary Day | Tuesday, April 07 | 2 weeks, 6 days |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday, April 25 | 1 month, 1 week |
| ANZAC Day | Monday, April 27 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Mother's Day | Sunday, May 10 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Queen's Birthday | Monday, June 01 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
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:
- March Equinox (NZ) Sat, Mar 21, 2026 (3 days, 18 hours)
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Time in New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates
Wellington, New Zealand time is 9:00 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates