Portuguese visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Portugal for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Portugal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Portugal e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Portugal visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Portugal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Portugal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Portugal.
If you are looking for Portugal visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Portugal nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The Embassy of in Canberra, ~ 2330.75 kilometers (1448.26 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 19 minutes).
- Sydney: The Consulate of in Sydney, ~ 5313.73 kilometers (3301.80 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 19 minutes).
Portugal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Portugal diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Portugal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 41,772 | N/A |
| 2009 | 38,634 | -7.51% |
| 2010 | 40,536 | 4.92% |
| 2011 | 43,584 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 45,018 | 3.29% |
| 2013 | 55,062 | 22.31% |
| 2014 | 62,982 | 14.38% |
| 2015 | 70,338 | 11.68% |
| 2016 | 80,154 | 13.96% |
| 2017 | 92,592 | 15.52% |
| 2018 | 97,116 | 4.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Portugal & New Zealand comparison
Portugal's area is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 2.87 times bigger than Portugal.
As of October 2025, Portugal's population is ~10.0 million people - 5,028,912 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Portugal & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Portugal | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,048,856 | 5,019,944 | 5.0 million more people live in Portugal than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 128 | 72 | Portugal has 56 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 141 | 135 | Portugal passport holders can visit 6 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 150 | 115 | Portuguese hosts 35 more foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Portugal in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Portugal in 2018 was approximately 97,116.
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