can new zealanders go to japan?
New Zealanders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days per entry without applying for a visa in advance.
New Zealanders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days per entry without applying for a visa in advance.
what you need
- Visa-free: 90 days per entry
- Passport valid for your whole stay (many countries want 6 months)
how the days count
- Arrive in Japan on 1 June — that's day 1 (entry and exit days both count).
- Your last legal day is 29 August (day 90).
- Each entry gets its own allowance, but repeated back-to-back entries ("border runs") can get New Zealanders refused at the border.
if you overstay
Overstaying — even by a day or two — can mean fines, detention, deportation and a ban on coming back, and it can follow you on future visa applications. Penalties vary by country and by case, so confirm the current rules with the official source below.
questions people ask
Can New Zealanders go to Japan without a visa?
Yes — New Zealanders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days per entry without a visa.
What happens if New Zealanders overstay in Japan?
Overstaying can mean fines, detention, deportation and a ban on returning. Penalties vary — confirm with the official source.
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Last verified against an official source: 2026-05-21.
Official source: www.mofa.go.jp
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