Student Visa Requirements in New Zealand

Studying in New Zealand will provide you with an opportunity to be a part of a friendly global student community with excellent education and secure an internationally recognized degree.

• Acceptance into a New Zealand education institution.
• Financial proof & health check-up documents.
• English tests such as TOEFL, GRE, or GMAT.
• Character & Conduct requirements.

1. Pathway Student Visa:

With the pathway student visa for New Zealand, you can Study up to 3 courses, one after the other, on a single student visa.

• Work part-time up to 20 hours/week while studying.
• Work full-time in the holidays, depending on your program.

2. Exchange Student Visa:

With the exchange student visa for New Zealand, you can Study full-time as an exchange student from one school to another. 

• Work part-time up to 20 hours/week while studying.
• Work 40 hours in the holidays, depending on your age and program.

3. Fee-Paying Student Visa:  

With the fee-paying student visa for New Zealand, you can study full-time at the course stated on your visa.

• Work part-time up to 20 hours/week while studying.
• Work up to 3 years (PSW) after graduation.
• Work 40 hours during holidays, depending on your visa conditions.

• An offer letter from an approved education provider.
• Your passport must be valid for at least a period of three months beyond your stay in New Zealand. 
• Completed Student Visa Application Form (INZ 1012).
• Receive Approval in Principle (AIP).
• Proof of payment of tuition fees or sufficient funds to pay the fees.
• Proof of health and character- Medical certificate and a police certificate.
• Proof of return arrangements.
• Score sheets from English tests such as IELTS,PTE, TOEFL, GRE, or GMAT, etc

The student visa application for New Zealand can be applied online through New Zealand’s official Immigration website. The time consumed by the New Zealand High Commission for the student visa procedure is over 60 days depending on each student’s application. As an international student, you can apply 120 days prior to the start date of your program/course. After you’ve completed your online application, you will receive an email notifying you of the outcome of your visa application. The email will notify E-VISA from INZ.

The average cost to apply a New Zealand Student Visa is between 500 and 700 NZD.