New Zealand visa for Finnish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Finnish passport holders visiting New Zealand for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Finnish citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for Finnish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for Finnish citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Finnish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in New Zealand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from New Zealand.
If you are looking for New Zealand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Finland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Stockholm: The Embassy of in Stockholm, ~ 506.01 kilometers (314.42 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 59 minutes).
- Moscow: The Embassy of in Moscow, ~ 966.09 kilometers (600.30 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 59 minutes).
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to Finland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Finland traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Finland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,979 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,983 | 0.08% |
| 2010 | 5,114 | 2.63% |
| 2011 | 5,273 | 3.11% |
| 2012 | 5,193 | -1.52% |
| 2013 | 5,521 | 6.32% |
| 2014 | 5,821 | 5.43% |
| 2015 | 6,382 | 9.64% |
| 2016 | 7,077 | 10.89% |
| 2017 | 7,465 | 5.48% |
| 2018 | 7,741 | 3.70% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
New Zealand & Finland comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of Finland is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi). This means Finland is 15.41% larger than New Zealand.
As of November 2025, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 562,331 fewer people than the population of Finland.
We have highlighted New Zealand & Finland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | Finland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,019,944 | 5,582,275 | 562331 fewer people live in New Zealand than Finland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 85 | New Zealand has 13 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Finland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 145 | New Zealand passport holders visit 10 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 162 | New Zealand hosts 47 fewer foreign missions than Finland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Finland travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from Finland visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 7,741.
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