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CzechiaCzechia visa requirements for New Zealand citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for the Czechia for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Czechia entry requirements for New Zealand citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Czechia
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Official fees
| Item | Official fee |
|---|---|
| ETIAS (not yet required; once live) | €20 |
Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.
Recent rule changes for Czechia
- 2025-10-12: The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) started; it became fully operational at all Schengen external borders on 10 Apr 2026. Non-EU visitors register fingerprints and a facial image on first entry instead of passport stamps.
- 2026-10: ETIAS (travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, €20) is not yet operating. The EU says the start date will be announced several months in advance; no application is needed today.
Good to know
- Stays are limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen area.
- Apply for a visa at the consulate of the country of your main destination (or first entry if equal).
Czechia at a glance for travellers
- 93 of 198 passports can enter Czechia without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The New Zealand passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 148 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: applying for a Schengen visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: EES fully operational (10 Apr 2026) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | EU: ETIAS FAQ | 23 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Czechia?
No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for the Czechia for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can New Zealand passport holders stay in the Czechia?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do New Zealand passport holders need for the Czechia?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do New Zealand passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to the Czechia?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.