As New Zealand’s diplomatic representation in Italy, the Embassy of New Zealand in Rome handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Via Clitunno, 44, 00198 Rome, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 06 8537501 |
| Fax | +39 06 4402984 |
| NZEmbassy.Rome@mfat.govt.nz | |
| Website | www.mfat.govt.nz/italy |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| National Day | 6 February |
Consular Section
| rome@nzembassy.it | |
| Consular district | All of Italy |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 13:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 13:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 13:30 - 17:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Italian Foreign Ministry’s list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Italian and New Zealand public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Via Clitunno, 44, 00198 Rome.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 13:30 to 17:00.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the New Zealand Embassy in Rome
New Zealand also has career consular offices in Milan.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- New Zealand passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official New Zealand sources:
Renewing a New Zealand passport from abroad
- Renew online on passports.govt.nz (applicants 16 and over) – only the passport offices in London, Sydney and New Zealand issue passports
- Paper applications are possible but take longer
- Urgent processing (3 working days) is available for an extra fee
- In an emergency, a New Zealand embassy may issue an Emergency Travel Document with restricted validity
Sources: New Zealand Government – renew or replace your adult passport, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade – passports and visas (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Travelling from Italy to New Zealand
Italian citizens do not need a visa for short stays in New Zealand (up to 90 days), but must obtain an electronic travel authorisation before departure. Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Italian national holidays such as 25 April, 2 June and 15 August as well as on the New Zealand national day, 6 February. The city’s patron saint’s day (Saints Peter and Paul, 29 June) is a local holiday. Many offices work reduced hours in August – call ahead in summer.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +39 06 8537501. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Italian emergency number is 112.
Diplomatic missions of New Zealand in Italy
New Zealand in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of New Zealand (this page)
- Milan – Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of New Zealand in Rome
What is the address of the New Zealand Embassy in Italy?
At Via Clitunno, 44, 00198 Rome.
When is the New Zealand Embassy in Rome open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 13:30 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Is the New Zealand Embassy closed on the national day?
The Italian Foreign Ministry lists 6 February as the national day of New Zealand; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Can Italians travel to New Zealand without a visa?
No visa, but an electronic travel authorisation is required before departure.
Is there a New Zealand consulate outside Rome?
Yes: Milan.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign embassies in Italy (as of 14 August 2026), Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for New Zealand, www.mfat.govt.nz/italy. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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