Study in New Zealand
Why Students Love New Zealand
World-Class Prestige: Earn a highly respected qualification from a nation whose education system is centrally managed and recognized globally for quality and innovation.
Safety and Beauty: Study in one of the safest, most peaceful countries in the world, famous for its breathtaking natural landscapes and high quality of life.
Post-Study Work: Graduates often qualify for a Post-Study Work Visa, allowing them to stay and work for up to three years after completing their qualification.
Work & Earn: Eligible students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during scheduled course breaks, providing financial support and local experience.
Research Opportunities: Benefit from world-class research facilities, particularly in fields like engineering, technology, and environmental science, often with smaller class sizes and personalized attention.
Steps to follow before applying for a visa.
Step 1: English Test:
Take an approved English exam such as IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL.
(We confirm the exact score your chosen New Zealand university or institute requires.)
Step 2: University/College Application:
We help you submit a strong application to secure your Offer of Place from a New Zealand education provider.
Step 3: Accept Your Offer:
Pay the initial tuition deposit to confirm your seat and receive your Confirmation of Enrolment.
Step 4: Financial Proof:
Prepare bank statements, sponsor letters, or loan documents showing you can cover tuition, living expenses, and travel costs.
Step 5: Health & Character Requirements:
Complete your medical exam (if required) and provide a police clearance certificate depending on your course length and visa requirements.
Step 6: Student Visa Application:
We guide you through submitting your New Zealand Student Visa application online via Immigration New Zealand (INZ), including all supporting documents.
Step 7: Visa Decision:
Once approved, you will receive your Visa Grant Notice, allowing you to enter and study in New Zealand.
Step 8: Pre-Departure:
Attend your pre-departure briefing, arrange accommodation, book flights, and get ready to start your journey in beautiful New Zealand!
Academic and English Language Proficiency Requirement
Undergraduate: 3 years
English: IELTS 6 / PTE 50+ / TOEFL 60+
Percentage: 55% and above
Gap: 1-2 years (evidence required)
Graduate / Master’s: 1-2 years
English: IELTS 6.5 / PTE 58+ / TOEFL 80+
Percentage: 60% and above
Gap: 2-3 years (evidence required)
English Language Tests Accepted:
IELTS | PTE | TOEFL | Duolingo
Intakes in New Zealand:
February | July | October
Financial (average)
Tuition Fee (Per Year): NZ$20,000 – NZ$45,000 (This range depends heavily on the course: undergraduate, postgraduate, or specific fields like engineering).
Living Cost (Set by INZ for Tertiary/English Language Study): NZ$20,000 for each year of study (This is the minimum required amount for the primary student applicant).
Living Cost (Per Month for Studies Shorter than 1 Year): NZ$1,667 for each month of study.
Living Cost for Child (Primary/Secondary School): NZ$17,000 for each year of study.
Visa Application Fee (Fee Paying Student Visa): From NZ$850 (Varies based on application method and recent fee changes).
Health Insurance: All international students must have acceptable health insurance for the duration of their stay (Annual cost generally ranges from NZ$600 – NZ$900).
Outward Travel: You must show proof of a fully paid ticket out of New Zealand, or enough extra money to buy one.
Average Total Cost (Per Year):
Single Applicant: NZ$40,000 – NZ$70,000+
With Dependent(s): The cost increases significantly as a full NZ$17,000 is required for each child and additional funds for any partner.
Note on Dependents: Generally, dependent children can only join a student if the student is enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program, a New Zealand Government-approved student exchange scheme, or holds a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship.
Method of financials presentation.
Bank Balance/Savings: Funds held in the student’s name or on their behalf.
Education Loan: Official sanction letter for a loan, primarily accepted from nationalized or multinational banks (e.g., Nepal SBI, Nabil Bank, Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited).
Scholarships/Sponsorship: Official letter confirming a grant from the New Zealand Government, Foreign Government, or an acceptable sponsor.
Financial Undertaking: A completed Financial Undertaking for a Student (INZ 1014) form from an acceptable third-party guarantor.
Financial Instrument Details
Bank Statement Hold Period: You must provide a complete bank transaction history covering a minimum of three months immediately preceding the visa application date.
Evidence Depth: The transaction history should show the source of funds. If large deposits are made recently, you must provide supporting evidence to explain the source (e.g., sale of an asset, transfer from another account, or business income).
Loan Details: Education loan sanction letters must detail the security provided, the moratorium period, interest payable, and the repayment schedule.
Currency: Funds must be converted to New Zealand Dollars (NZD) for assessment against the minimum living requirement on the day of application.
Financial Requirement Duration
Application Requirement: Funds must cover the full cost of the first course or first year of study (whichever is shorter), plus the minimum annual living cost (NZ$20,000), and the cost of outward travel (NZ$1,500 or a prepaid ticket).
Subsequent Years: A plan must be provided explaining how you will fund future years of study.
Required Evidence of Financial Support (Sponsorship)
Sponsor: Funds can be provided by the applicant, an acceptable sponsor (a friend or family member who is a New Zealand citizen or resident), or a guarantor/third party (for those outside New Zealand, using the Financial Undertaking form).
Sponsor Documentation: If a guarantor or sponsor is used, they must submit:
The completed Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025).
Evidence that they hold sufficient funds (e.g., recent bank statements).
Proof of their income source (tax returns, payslips, employment agreement) to prove their ability to genuinely support the student.
New Zealand Student Visa: Application and Document Requirements
Applying for a Letter of Offer (Admission)
This is the initial stage where the educational institution assesses your eligibility.
Academic Transcript: Full academic record of subjects studied, grades, and marks achieved (Certified copies of all previous qualifications).
Certificates to Confirm Qualifications: Final completion certificates for high school, degree, or highest qualification achieved.
Evidence of English Ability: Official scores for IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or other approved tests (required for admission).
Copy of Passport: Bio-data page.
Statement of Purpose (SOP)/Cover Letter: Explaining your study goals, reasons for choosing New Zealand, how the course aligns with your career, and evidence of your genuine intent to return home.
FOR CONFIRMATION OF ENROLMENT (CoE Equivalent)
Once the Letter of Offer is accepted, these documents are required for pre-visa approval or final submission.
Payment of Tuition Deposit: Proof that the first year's tuition fee (or required deposit) has been paid to the provider (mandatory for some schools before issuing the final letter).
Offer of Place (Unconditional): The final letter from the school confirming your enrollment details, course length, and payment of fees.
Medical and Character Declaration: Initial declaration confirming good health and character.
List of Necessary Documents for Visa Application Lodgement (Online)
Completed Application Form: The correct Student Visa application form (online).
Passport: Original, valid passport (and copies of all stamped pages).
Photos: Two recent passport-sized photos meeting INZ specifications.
Academic/English Documents: Certified copies of all Transcripts, Certificates, and English Language Proficiency Certificate (as used in the application).
Financial Evidence:
Bank Statements: Full transaction history covering a minimum of three months immediately preceding the application date.
Education Loan Documents: Official loan sanction letter (must be from an acceptable financial institution).
Financial Undertaking for a Student (INZ 1014): If funds are provided by an acceptable third-party guarantor.
Source of Funds Explanation: Documents explaining the source of any large, recent deposits.
Required Sponsor Documents (If applicable):
Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025).
Sponsor's proof of income/taxation and bank statements (to prove sustainable support).
Health and Character Documents:
Police Certificate (Character): Required if you have lived in a country other than New Zealand for 12 months or more in the last 10 years since turning 17.
Medical Certificate (Health): Required if your course is longer than 12 months, or if you have lived in a specified country for 3 months or more in the last 5 years.
Travel Insurance: Proof of acceptable comprehensive travel/medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
Outward Travel: Proof of a prepaid ticket or evidence of sufficient funds (NZ$1,500) to purchase an outward ticket.
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