New Zealand visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African 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 South African citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for South African citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Cape Town: The Embassy of New Zealand in Cape Town, South Africa (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 55 minutes)
- Pretoria: The High Commission of New Zealand in Pretoria, South Africa (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 55 minutes)
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 19,679 | N/A |
| 2009 | 19,696 | 0.09% |
| 2010 | 20,211 | 2.61% |
| 2011 | 20,841 | 3.12% |
| 2012 | 20,526 | -1.51% |
| 2013 | 21,821 | 6.31% |
| 2014 | 23,008 | 5.44% |
| 2015 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2016 | 11,232 | % |
| 2017 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2018 | 0 | % |
| 2019 | 0 | % |
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 & South Africa comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 4.61 times bigger than New Zealand.
As of November 2025, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 58,084,502 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted New Zealand & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,019,944 | 63,104,446 | 58.1 million fewer people live in New Zealand than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 124 | New Zealand has 52 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 67 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 68 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 197 | New Zealand hosts 82 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting New Zealand in 2019 was approximately 0.
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