New Zealand visa for Papua New Guinean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Papua New Guinean passport holders visiting New Zealand for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Papua New Guinean citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for Papua New Guinean citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for Papua New Guinean citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Papua New Guinean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in New Zealand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from New Zealand.
If you are looking for New Zealand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Papua New Guinea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Port Moresby: The High Commission of New Zealand in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 11 minutes)
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to Papua New Guinea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Papua New Guinea traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Papua New Guinea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 190 | N/A |
| 2009 | 190 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 195 | 2.63% |
| 2011 | 201 | 3.08% |
| 2012 | 198 | -1.49% |
| 2013 | 210 | 6.06% |
| 2014 | 222 | 5.71% |
| 2015 | 243 | 9.46% |
| 2016 | 270 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 284 | 5.19% |
| 2018 | 295 | 3.87% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
New Zealand & Papua New Guinea comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of Papua New Guinea is approximately 452,860 km2 (174,850 sq mi). This means Papua New Guinea is 71.99% larger than New Zealand.
As of April 2024, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 4,664,489 fewer people than the population of Papua New Guinea.
We have highlighted New Zealand & Papua New Guinea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | Papua New Guinea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 4,980,402 | 9,644,891 | 4.7 million fewer people live in New Zealand than Papua New Guinea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 21 | New Zealand has 51 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Papua New Guinea. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 135 | 44 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 91 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 32 | New Zealand hosts 83 more foreign missions than Papua New Guinea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Papua New Guinea travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from Papua New Guinea visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 295.
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Useful Information
- Wellington to Port Moresby: 4639.88 km (2883.09 mi)
- Travel time: 9 hours 39 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024