Do Canada citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
🇨🇦 Canada do not need a visa to visit 🇳🇿 New Zealand。
No visa needed
Set on New Zealand? We turn the visa into step-by-step task cards and help you finish them.
Start my planMax stay
90 days per visit
Pre-travel authorisation
NZeTA
Entry basis
visa free
Good to know: Visa waiver requires an NZeTA before flying.
Official New Zealand visa portal ↗Rules verified 2026-08-31; policies change — always confirm with the official source.
What to prepare
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
- NZeTA approved before boarding
- Proof of onward or return travel
- Accommodation details for the first night
- Evidence of sufficient funds
Frequently asked questions
Do Canada citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
🇨🇦 Canada do not need a visa to visit 🇳🇿 New Zealand。
How long can Canada citizens stay in New Zealand?
90 days per visit Visa waiver requires an NZeTA before flying.
Do I need an NZeTA as a Canada citizen?
Yes. NZeTA must be approved before you travel. Apply online and carry the approval with your passport.
More destinations for a Canada passport
Other passports visiting New Zealand
Always confirm with official sources before you travel.
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