New Zealand visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lankan citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Chennai: The Honorary Consulate of in Chennai, ~ 578.36 kilometers (359.37 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 8 hours 54 minutes).
- Male: The Embassy of in Male, ~ 901.40 kilometers (560.10 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 54 minutes).
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,742 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,746 | 0.08% |
| 2010 | 4,870 | 2.61% |
| 2011 | 5,022 | 3.12% |
| 2012 | 4,946 | -1.51% |
| 2013 | 5,258 | 6.31% |
| 2014 | 5,544 | 5.44% |
| 2015 | 6,078 | 9.63% |
| 2016 | 6,740 | 10.89% |
| 2017 | 7,110 | 5.49% |
| 2018 | 7,372 | 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 & Sri Lanka comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 4.20 times smaller than New Zealand.
As of November 2025, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 16,842,983 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted New Zealand & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,019,944 | 21,862,927 | 16.8 million fewer people live in New Zealand than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 67 | New Zealand has 5 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 16 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 119 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 61 | New Zealand hosts 54 more foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 7,372.
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- Travel time: 22 hours 5 minutes
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