🇨🇳 China visa requirements for New Zealand citizens

Entry rules for New Zealand passport holders

Holders of a valid passport from New Zealand can travel to China for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 30 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.

The 30-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in China, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.

Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official China immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.

How this compares

The New Zealand passport ranks #20 worldwide, opening 162 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (116 visa-free, 39 with a visa on arrival and 7 with an eTA). China is one of them.

This is not reciprocal — traveling the other way, Chinese citizens need to arrange entry to New Zealand in advance (visa required).

Across Eastern Asia as a whole, 7 of 8 destinations are open to New Zealand travelers without arranging a visa in advance.

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