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title: New Zealand visa for citizens of the Marshall Islands
description: "Citizens of the Marshall Islands need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: NZ$9. Processing: 1–14 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# New Zealand visa for citizens of the Marshall Islands

Citizens of the Marshall Islands need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/general-information/nzeta

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · NZeTA (Electronic Travel Authority)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 730 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 1–14 days
- **Government fee:** NZ$9
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** NZD 1,000 per month of stay

## How to apply

1. **Complete online application** — Fill out the NZeTA application form on the official Immigration New Zealand website.
2. **Upload required documents** — Provide digital copies of passport, photo, travel details, and financial proof.
3. **Pay the application fee** — Pay the NZD 9 NZeTA fee online via credit or debit card.
4. **Receive NZeTA via email** — Approval is sent by email; most applications processed within 72 hours.
5. **Travel to New Zealand** — Present the approved NZeTA at border control; no visa label required.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from New Zealand.
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): Recent photo meeting NZeTA specifications.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Details of flights and accommodation.
- **Onward or return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from New Zealand.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or credit card statements showing at least NZD 1,000 per month.
- **Email address** (Supporting): For receiving the NZeTA approval.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** NZD 1,000 per month
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements

## Good to know

- International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) is not required for Marshall Islands passport holders.
- Transit through Auckland Airport for up to 24 hours is visa-free if meeting character requirements and holding an Electronic Travel Authority.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application or missing documents** — Double-check all fields and upload all required documents before submission.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from New Zealand.
- **Criminal record or character concerns** — Declare any convictions honestly; provide supporting documents if needed.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Marshall Islands need a visa for New Zealand?

Citizens of the Marshall Islands need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: NZeTA (Electronic Travel Authority).

### How long can citizens of the Marshall Islands stay in New Zealand?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the New Zealand visa cost for citizens of the Marshall Islands?

Government fee: NZ$9.

### How long does New Zealand visa processing take?

Typically 1–14 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Marshall Islands need for New Zealand?

Valid passport; Digital passport photo; Travel itinerary; Onward or return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Email address.

### How long must my passport be valid for New Zealand?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/general-information/nzeta

## Sources

- [immigration.govt.nz](https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/tools-and-information/general-information/nzeta)

## More

- [New Zealand visa for every passport](/visa/new-zealand)
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