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🇳🇿 New Zealand

Student Visa

Allows full-time study at accredited NZ institutions. Requires offer of admission, proof of funds (NZD $20,000 per year plus tuition), and English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 undergraduate, 6.5 postgraduate). Visa fee increased October 2024 to NZD $750 (overseas) from $375. Post-Study Work Visa available: 3 years for Level 7+ (bachelor's or higher) graduates who studied full-time for 30+ weeks. PSWV costs NZD $495, requires NZD $5,000 funds, must apply within 3 months of student visa expiry. August 2026 changes improve residence pathway - reduced required work experience from 3 to 2 years for most applicants.

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Processing Time

4-8 weeks

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Cost

NZD $750 (overseas), tuition fee payment required

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Duration

Length of study program

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Work Rights

Limited work rights during study, 3-year PSWV for Level 7+ graduates

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Renewability

Renewable for continued studies

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Offer of admission from accredited institution
  • 2Proof of funds: NZD $20,000/year + tuition (or $1,667/month if under 1 year)
  • 3English: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 minimum per band) undergraduate, 6.5 (6.0 minimum) postgraduate
  • 4Valid passport
  • 5Medical and character certificates

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