TokelauMalaysia: Visa-free

TokelauMalaysia

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Malaysia?

Visa-free

No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Malaysia for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Tokelau does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a New Zealand passport. See the New Zealand passport.

Source: imi.gov.my (checked July 18, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Visa-free access to Malaysia86 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Malaysia passport holders visiting Tokelau: Visa required.

Other visa-free destinations for New Zealand passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Malaysia?

No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Malaysia for tourism.

What currency is used in Malaysia?

Malaysian ringgit (MYR).

What is the emergency number in Malaysia?

999.

What time zone is Malaysia in?

Kuala Lumpur (UTC+8).

What is the nearest airport to Kuala Lumpur?

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (SZB), about 15 km away.

How many countries can enter Malaysia without a visa?

86 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Malaysia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.