Tanzania passport → New Zealand

New Zealand visa for citizens of Tanzania

eVisaeVisa · Visitor (3 months)

Citizens of Tanzania 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.

Key facts

Entry route	eVisa · Visitor (3 months)
How to apply	Fully online — no office visit
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Visa validity	1095 days
Entries	Multiple entry
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	NZD $1,000 per month (or NZD $400 if accommodation prepaid)

How to apply

1
Obtain an NZeTA online
Apply via the official New Zealand Immigration website or mobile app
2
Pay the NZeTA fee and IVL
The NZeTA fee and International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy must be paid together
3
Receive NZeTA confirmation
You will be notified by email of approval or rejection
4
Travel to New Zealand
Ensure you travel on the passport used for NZeTA and carry confirmation
5
Present documents at check-in and border
Show passport, NZeTA confirmation, onward ticket, and proof of funds if asked
6
Receive Visa Waiver Visitor Visa on arrival
Immigration grants the visa upon entry permission

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure
One acceptable photo
Optional
For NZeTA application only

Travel

NZeTA confirmation email
You must obtain an NZeTA before travel
Ticket for departure from New Zealand
Onward ticket to a country you have right to enter

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements, credit card statements, bank drafts or travellers cheques
Proof of accommodation prepayment
Optional
If claiming the lower NZD $400 per month requirement

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: NZD $1,000 per month (or NZD $400 if accommodation prepaid)

bank statements
credit card statements
bank drafts
travellers cheques
accommodation prepayment receipts

Sponsorship is not allowed for this visa; you must show your own funds

Good to know

NZeTA is required before travel and fee is non-refundable if visa is refused at border
You cannot work in New Zealand on this visa (remote work for overseas employer is allowed)
If you have not complied with previous visa conditions, you may be refused entry
Your passport must not be close to expiring or you may be denied check-in

Common refusal reasons

Failure to obtain NZeTA before travel

Apply for NZeTA well ahead of travel and keep confirmation

Insufficient funds

Carry bank statements or other proof meeting the minimum requirements

No onward ticket

Book a ticket for departure from New Zealand before you travel

Criminal convictions or inadmissible character

If unsure of character eligibility, apply for a visitor visa before travel

Intention to work (other than remote work for overseas employer)

Clear evidence that your visit is for genuine tourism, family visit, or study up to 3 months

FAQ

Do citizens of Tanzania need a visa for New Zealand?

Citizens of Tanzania need a visa for New Zealand and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Visitor (3 months).

How long can citizens of Tanzania stay in New Zealand?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Tanzania need for New Zealand?

Valid passport; NZeTA confirmation email; Ticket for departure from New Zealand; Proof of sufficient funds; One acceptable photo; Proof of accommodation prepayment.

Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/visa-waiver-visitor-visa

Sources

Tanzania eVisa - Welcome
Visa Waiver Visitor Visa - Immigration New Zealand
NZeTA - App Store - Apple (apps.apple.com, third-party site)
immigration.govt.nz

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