Chinese visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for New Zealand passport holders visiting China for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter China for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | China e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | China visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
China tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in China.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from China.
If you are looking for China 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 China nearest your place of residence.
- Wellington: The Embassy of China in Wellington, New Zealand (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 50 minutes)
- Auckland: The Consulate General of China in Auckland, New Zealand (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 50 minutes)
- Christchurch: The Consulate General of China in Christchurch, New Zealand (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 50 minutes)
China visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest China diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to China from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 141,440 | N/A |
| 2009 | 134,640 | -4.81% |
| 2010 | 133,280 | -1.01% |
| 2011 | 134,640 | 1.02% |
| 2012 | 141,440 | 5.05% |
| 2013 | 137,360 | -2.88% |
| 2014 | 129,200 | -5.94% |
| 2015 | 136,000 | 5.26% |
| 2016 | 129,200 | -5.00% |
| 2017 | 131,920 | 2.11% |
| 2018 | 134,640 | 2.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
China & New Zealand comparison
China's area is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 35.65 times smaller than China.
As of May 2024, China's population is ~1.5 billion people - 1,456,796,824 more people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted China & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| China | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,461,777,226 | 4,980,402 | 1.5 billion more people live in China than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 276 | 72 | China has 204 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 37 | 135 | China passport holders visit 98 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 344 | 115 | Chinese hosts 229 more foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to China in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting China in 2018 was approximately 134,640.
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