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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ด Does a Bolivian need a visa for New Zealand ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ?

Visa required

Yes. Bolivian passport holders need a visa for New Zealand, applied for at an embassy or consulate of New Zealand before travelling.

Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Bolivian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of New Zealand or its official government website before you travel.

What this means for your trip

You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.

Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

New Zealand at a glance

Capital: Wellington ยท Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD, $) ยท Official languages: English, Mฤori, New Zealand Sign Language ยท Calling code: +64

U.S. State Department travel advisory for New Zealand: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 29 April 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: New Zealand uses plug types I, Bolivia uses A, C. Mains voltage differs (New Zealand: 230 V; Bolivia: 115/230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100โ€“240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

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Easier destinations near New Zealand for Bolivian passport holders

The other way round

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ New Zealander passport holders visiting Bolivia: New Zealander passport holders can visit Bolivia without a visa for up to 90 days.

The Bolivian passport at a glance

34visa-free
2ETA
28visa on arrival
51e-Visa
83visa required

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Questions

Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?

Bolivian passport holders need a visa for New Zealand, applied for at an embassy or consulate of New Zealand before travelling.

Does a New Zealander need a visa for Bolivia?

New Zealander passport holders can visit Bolivia without a visa for up to 90 days.