New Zealand visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malaysian passport holders visiting New Zealand for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian 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 Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The High Commission of New Zealand in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,041 | N/A |
| 2009 | 13,052 | 0.08% |
| 2010 | 13,393 | 2.61% |
| 2011 | 13,811 | 3.12% |
| 2012 | 13,602 | -1.51% |
| 2013 | 14,460 | 6.31% |
| 2014 | 15,246 | 5.44% |
| 2015 | 16,715 | 9.64% |
| 2016 | 18,535 | 10.89% |
| 2017 | 19,553 | 5.49% |
| 2018 | 20,273 | 3.68% |
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 & Malaysia comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 24.78% larger than New Zealand.
As of May 2024, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 29,068,628 fewer people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted New Zealand & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 4,980,402 | 34,049,030 | 29.1 million fewer people live in New Zealand than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 107 | New Zealand has 35 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 135 | 133 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 126 | New Zealand hosts 11 fewer foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 20,273.
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