Swedish visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Sweden for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Sweden.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Sweden.
If you are looking for Sweden 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 Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Christchurch: The Consulate of Sweden in Christchurch, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 13 minutes)
- Auckland: The Consulate of Sweden in Auckland, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 13 minutes)
- Wellington: The Consulate General of Sweden in Wellington, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 13 minutes)
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 27,330 | N/A |
| 2009 | 29,394 | 7.55% |
| 2010 | 31,098 | 5.80% |
| 2011 | 31,332 | 0.75% |
| 2012 | 30,876 | -1.46% |
| 2013 | 31,374 | 1.61% |
| 2014 | 33,960 | 8.24% |
| 2015 | 38,892 | 14.52% |
| 2016 | 40,692 | 4.63% |
| 2017 | 42,324 | 4.01% |
| 2018 | 44,640 | 5.47% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sweden & New Zealand comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 55.84% smaller than Sweden.
As of October 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 5,397,447 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Sweden & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 5,019,944 | 5.4 million more people live in Sweden than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 72 | Sweden has 46 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 135 | Sweden passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 115 | Swedish hosts 107 more foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 44,640.
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