🇪🇸Spain Visa for New Zealand Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free90 days max stay

No — New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for Spain. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period per EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II.

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Entering Spain on a New Zealand passport

  • → Travel with just your valid New Zealand passport. No visa or prior application needed.
  • → See the exact document checklist for New Zealand applicants — only needed if you apply for a longer-stay visa.

Spain visa documents for New Zealand applicants

No visa documents are needed for a short visit — New Zealand citizens enter Spain with just a valid passport. If you apply for a longer-stay visa, these are the exact documents required, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

workWork permit

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familyFamily reunification

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studentStudy

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otherOther

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here Please ensure all the documents are submitted as per the below checklist: DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR ADOPTION VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR BUSINESS VISAS DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR CITIZENSHIP/RESIDENCE PROGRAMMES DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR COURT VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR CULTURAL VISIT VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SPORT ACTIVITIES VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SPORT TRIALS VIS DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR FAMILY MEMBERS (SPOUSE –WIFE/HUSBAND/REGISTERED PARTNER) DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR LONG TERM NON-TOURISM DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR TRAINING VISIT VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR HUMANITARIAN VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR MEDICAL VISAS DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR OFFICIAL/POLITICAL VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR RELIGIOUS VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR DIPLOMATIC VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR LOST DOCUMENTS TO RE-ENTER MALTA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR WORKING HOLIDAY VISA DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR SEASONAL WORKERS Declaration for Seasonal Workers

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Spain visa for New Zealand citizens — FAQ

Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Spain?

No — New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for Spain. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Spain?

New Zealand passport holders can stay in Spain for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do New Zealand citizens need for Spain?

A valid passport is all New Zealand citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days). If you apply for a longer-stay visa, Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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