New Zealand passport → San Marino

San Marino visa for citizens of New Zealand

Visa-free

Citizens of New Zealand can visit San Marino without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Recommended; around €50–100 per day

How to apply

1
Check passport validity
Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay.
2
Book flights and accommodation
Have return/onward ticket and accommodation confirmed before departure.
3
Prepare documents
Carry proof of funds, accommodation, and onward travel; border officials may ask to see them.
4
Arrive at the border
Enter via road from Italy; have passport ready for Italian police checks.
5
Present passport and answer questions
Officer may ask about stay duration, accommodation, and return ticket.
6
Receive entry stamp
Entry stamp marks your 90-day visa-free period — keep it legible.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay.
Recent passport-sized photos
White background, taken within last 6 months.

Travel

Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking
Shows onward travel from Schengen area.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking, Airbnb, or host invitation.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements for last 3 months.

Employment

Proof of employment, business registration, or student enrollment
Optional
May be asked at border.

Supporting

Travel health insurance
Optional
Minimum €30,000 coverage recommended.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: €50–100 per day recommended

Bank statements
Credit card

No fixed amount; around €50-100 per day is a safe benchmark if asked.

Good to know

San Marino is not Schengen but follows Schengen rules; your 90-day stay counts toward Schengen total.
No airport — you enter via Italy; Italian border police may check your passport.
Visa-free entry does not permit work; a separate work permit is required.

Common refusal reasons

No return ticket

Always carry a printed or digital copy of your onward/return ticket.

Insufficient funds

Show bank statement or credit card with enough funds (€50-100 per day).

Suspicious travel pattern

Have clear itinerary and honest answers about purpose of visit.

Incomplete or invalid passport

Passport must be valid for entire stay and not damaged.

Overstay in Schengen area previously

Ensure you have not exceeded 90 days in any 180-day period in Schengen.

FAQ

Do citizens of New Zealand need a visa for San Marino?

Citizens of New Zealand can visit San Marino without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can citizens of New Zealand stay in San Marino?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of New Zealand need for San Marino?

Valid passport; Recent passport-sized photos; Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel health insurance; and 1 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for San Marino?

At least 6 months.

Sources

New Zealand Citizens Visiting San Marino (embassyinformation.com, third-party site)
San Marino Visa for New Zealand Citizens 2026 — Requirements, Documents ... (eammu.com, third-party site)
San Marino entry requirements for New Zealand passport holders (entrybrief.com, third-party site)

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