Do I need a visa for Japan as a New Zealand Citizen?

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I'm from New Zealand and I am planning a trip to Japan next year. The flights I'm looking at have short layovers in Australia where I don't plan on leaving the airport so I don't think I need a visa for that, but will I need one for Japan?



Best Answer

NZ citizen here.

You don't need a visa for Australia as you're in transit, and even to visit don't require one.

As a tourist in Japan, you need a flight/boat trip/etc out of the country, but otherwise can have up to 90 days.

Source: Have visited, transited and lived in Aus, and visited Japan four times, on a NZ passport.




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How Long Can NZ citizens stay in Japan?

You can apply for this visa if you're a citizen of Japan and you have at least NZ $4,200 to live on during your stay....Overview.Length of stay12 monthsNumber of visasUnlimited1 more row

Who can enter Japan without visa?

There are 68 countries whose citizens can enter visa-free for tourism or business....Citizens of the following countries will need a Japan tourist visa in order to enter Japan:
  • China.
  • Russia.
  • Philippines.
  • Vietnam.
  • CIS countries and Georgia.


Can a NZ citizen work in Japan?

PURPOSE OF THE WORKING HOLIDAY SCHEME Visas are issued to young New Zealanders intent on contributing to these purposes. The Scheme enables visa holders to enter Japan for a long-term holiday, and if necessary, work on a casual/temporary basis to supplement travel funds.

How can I apply for Japan tourist visa from New Zealand?

Japan is one of the 60 countries whose citizens do not need to obtain a visa when they visit New Zealand. That is because Japan is a visa waiver country.



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