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π²π² Does a Burmese need a visa for New Zealand π³πΏ?
Yes. Burmese 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 Burmese 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.
Where to apply in Myanmar
If you live in Myanmar, visas for New Zealand are issued by its missions there. Many of them use an outsourced visa application centre: the mission's website says where to apply and which office covers your region.
- Embassy of New Zealand, Yangon Β· No. 43 (C), Inya Myaing Road, Bahan, Bahan Township, Yangon, Yangon Region Β· mfat.govt.nz
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
New Zealand at a glance
Capital: Wellington Β· Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD, $) Β· Official languages: English, MΔori, New Zealand Sign Language Β· 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, Myanmar uses C, F, G.
More about entering New Zealand β
Easier destinations near New Zealand for Burmese passport holders
- π«π² Micronesia β Visa-free 30 days
- πΌπΈ Samoa β Visa-free 60 days
- π²π Marshall Islands β Visa on arrival
- πΉπ» Tuvalu β Visa on arrival
The other way round
π³πΏ New Zealander passport holders visiting Myanmar: New Zealander passport holders need a visa for Myanmar, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.
The Burmese passport at a glance
All destinations for Myanmar passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for New Zealand β
Questions
Do Burmese citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Burmese 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 Myanmar?
New Zealander passport holders need a visa for Myanmar, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.