New Zealand visa for UAE citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for UAE 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 UAE citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of New Zealand in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 55 minutes)
- Dubai: The Consulate General of New Zealand in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 55 minutes)
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6,876 | N/A |
| 2009 | 6,882 | 0.09% |
| 2010 | 7,061 | 2.60% |
| 2011 | 7,282 | 3.13% |
| 2012 | 7,172 | -1.51% |
| 2013 | 7,624 | 6.30% |
| 2014 | 8,039 | 5.44% |
| 2015 | 8,813 | 9.63% |
| 2016 | 9,773 | 10.89% |
| 2017 | 10,310 | 5.49% |
| 2018 | 10,689 | 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 & United Arab Emirates comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 3.15 times smaller than New Zealand.
As of November 2025, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 5,478,717 fewer people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted New Zealand & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,019,944 | 10,498,661 | 5.5 million fewer people live in New Zealand than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 101 | New Zealand has 29 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 128 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 127 | New Zealand hosts 12 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 10,689.
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