When someone says ‘New Zealand’? You immediately think ‘serenity.’ After all, New Zealand has the cleanest lakes in the world! Now take the serenity and the immense opportunities in New Zealand and put them together. Does that sound like a long-term plan to you?
Read this article to find out more interesting benefits of migrating to New Zealand.
What is the New Zealand Student Visa?
The New Zealand student visa is something you mandatorily need if you’re planning to study in New Zealand for a long term or at least 3 months.
World University Rank 2021 | New Zealand Rank 2021 | University | City |
147 | 1 | University of Auckland | Auckland |
201–250 | 2 | University of Otago | Otago |
251–300 | 3 | Auckland University of Technology | Auckland |
401–500 | 4 | University of Canterbury | Christchurch |
501–600 | 5 | Victoria University of Wellington | Wellington |
501–600 | 5 | University of Waikato | Hamilton |
601–800 | 7 | Lincoln University | Canterbury |
601–800 | 7 | Massey University | Palmerston North |
Among the many courses and degrees, New Zealand is prominent for providing an excellent range of study courses in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Animation.
Here’s a list of the top courses offered for Indian students in New Zealand:
- Animation(B.sc)
- Engineering
- Business Studies
- Medicine
- Hospitality
- Engineering Forestry
- IT and Computer Science
- Art and design
- Agriculture
- Nursing
- Sports Management
- Healthcare
- Business Management
- Trades
According to the latest QS World University Rankings, the New Zealand Universities with international positions listed below:
QS World University Rankings | University Name |
24 | The Australian National University |
39 | The University of Melbourne |
42 | The University of Sydney |
45 | The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) |
48 | The University of Queensland |
59 | Monash University |
91 | The University of Western Australia |
114 | The University of Adelaide |
160 | University of Technology Sydney |
214 | The University of Newcastle, Australia (UON) |
218 | University of Wollongong |
244 | Queensland University of Technology (QUT) |
250 | Curtin University |
250 | Macquarie University |
250 | RMIT University |
264 | University of South Australia |
287 | University of Tasmania |
309 | Deakin University |
329 | Griffith University |
369 | James Cook University |
What are the Eligibility Requirements for a New Zealand Student Visa?
What are the Documents Required for a New Zealand Student Visa?
How to Apply for a NZ Student Visa?
Before planning to submit your application, the most critical step is documentation. If you are aware of every document need, then you can experience an easy visa process.
You can submit your visa application online. However, you need to send a physical copy of your passport and application forms to the New Zealand Embassy.
The applications are assessed as soon as they are received. During this process, sometimes, you may need to provide more information as evidence to support your visa.
After the visa approval is obtained, you can now visit the country to study and live.
What Fees are Required for the NZ Study Programs?
The visa application fee is what Immigration New Zealand will charge and is non-refundable.
New Zealand Student Visa Application Fee | NZ $430 (equivalent to 34,000 NPR in Nepal) payable to New Zealand Immigration |
Medical Test Fee | NPR 3000 payable to the medical test service provider |
Demand Draft Fee | INR 2255 (equivalent to 3608 NPR in Nepal) payable to VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd. |
Courier Charge | NPR 9000 approx. ( Fed Ex Services ) |
Furthermore, our counsellors will inform you of any costs related to the New Zealand student visa processing.
Costs for studying at universities and colleges in New Zealand
In New Zealand, you must pay a tuition fee for a year to attend college or university. The cost will depend on the subject and the study level you want to enrol in. It also depends on which university or college you want to go to. There are a lot of good universities and colleges in New Zealand, and each one sets its own fees. You’ll need between NZ $17,000 and NZ $32,000 (indicative) to pay the tuition fees in New Zealand. Once you get notification of your visa approval in principle, you should prepare to send the tuition fee to the college/university.
Diploma / Certificate (Level 1 – 5) | Fees range from NZ $15,000 per year |
Diploma / Certificate (Level 6) | Fees range from NZ $17,000 to $23,000 per year |
Bachelor’s Degree / Graduate Diploma (Level 7) | Fees range from NZ $17,000 to $23,000 per year |
Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) (Level 8) | Fees range from NZ $22,000 to $32,000 |
Master’s Degree (Level 9) | Fees range from NZ $22,000 to $32,000 |
Doctoral Degree (Level 10) | Fees range from NZ $6,000 to $8,000 per year |
Costs for Student Health Insurance in New Zealand
Overseas students intending to study in New Zealand should need health insurance coverage. Mostly the education providers organize student health covers to their students. But in case, the providers will not do this, student can buy the insurance with the help of our counsellors. The insurance fee ranges from NZ $ 400 to NZ $ 600 which covers qualifying medical treatment costs. It is important to have health insurance while studying abroad to avoid unexpected, high costs related to medical care and life events.
Accommodation costs in New Zealand:
There are different ways to live in New Zealand while studying at colleges and universities. You could stay in a student hall, a shared flat, or a private flat.
Prices for apartments and houses can vary a lot from one part of the country to another. For example, in Auckland, the average weekly rent for a house with three to four bedrooms is NZ $ 600. Students can find cheaper apartments and houses in other cities like Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton, Rotorua, New Plymouth etc. which are also popular destinations to study in New Zealand.
Costs listed are weekly averages that vary by city:
Student Hall | NZ $250 |
Shared Flat | NZ $200 |
Homestay with meal | NZ $285 |
Hostel | NZ $140 |
Other essential costs for students in New Zealand
How much it costs to live in New Zealand depends on many things, like how you live and where you live. Usually living costs for students in New Zealand are between NZ $12,000 and NZ $15,000 annually, taking into account the students’ lifestyles.
Please keep in mind that the listed costs are calculated as an average and are just suggestions. Immigration New Zealand requires that you have NZ $20,000 per year plus the cost of a round-trip flight or an extra NZ $2,000.
Internet and phone bills | NZ $20 weekly on average |
Transportation | NZ $70 weekly on average |
Groceries | NZ $100-150 weekly |
Lunch in campus | NZ $10-15 weekly |
Health | NZ $35 weekly |
Recreation | NZ $50 weekly |
Clothing | NZ $15 weekly |
Education | NZ $15 weekly |
Miscellaneous | NZ $50 weekly |
Other goods and services | NZ $50 weekly |
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Other Important FAQs
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New Zealand is known for its unique education system. With diverse study opportunities and world-class universities, New Zealand is a hub for foreign students’ education.
Here are the top reasons for choosing New Zealand for your studies:
- New Zealand has very few entry requirements
- There is very less chance of visa rejection
- Students can work while studying
- Easy visa process
- Can obtain a permanent residency
- Research-based course structures
- Many scholarship programs
- Safe and secure environment
- Increased quality of life
Yes, you can work in New Zealand while studying.
If you are planning to work part-time,
Part-Time Work Eligibility:
- Work for up to 20 hours in a week
If you’re planning to work full-time,
Full-Time Work Eligibility:
- Only allowed during holidays, Christmas and New Year
- You need to be a full-time student for at least 2 years
- Your job needs to be under the Skilled Migrant category
Special Condition:
If you are enrolled for a doctoral degree or a Master’s by Research Programme as awarded by a tertiary institution of New Zealand, then there is no restriction on your hours of working.
The maximum validity of the visa is five years.
Yes, you can stay in New Zealand after your study by applying for a work visa. You need to get a permit to work in New Zealand for at least 3 years after completing your education. You also need an acceptable qualification to get your work-visa for New Zealand. Considering your level of education and the university from where you have studied, a post-study work visa will be issued to you. It can last for 1, 2, or 3 years.
There are two visa types for working after study in NZ:
- Post Study Work Visa (Open)
- Post Study Work Visa (employer-assisted).
After working for a sufficient period, you can even obtain a chance to become a Permanent Resident in New Zealand. Getting a New Zealand PR Visa will be easier if your job is listed under the skilled jobs that are in shortage.
If you have a student visa, your dependent children can come to New Zealand as visitors. They can stay here for the same length of time as your visa allows.
You can apply for a visa to work in New Zealand for up to 3 years after you finish your study if you have an acceptable qualification. A Post-study work visa lasts for 1, 2 or 3 years depending on the level of your qualification and where you studied.
- Should be below 55 years
- Health and character certified
- Must have a job offer letter from a company located in New Zealand
- At least 3 year work experience
- Get a resident visa at least 2 years before you apply for permanent residency
- Must have lived in New Zealand under a resident visa for 2 years.
- Must have fulfilled the necessary conditions of your resident visa
- You can work too
- You will be studying in a top international university
- You are eligible to get permanent residency
- You will enjoy a serene landscape all round the year
- You will have an enhanced quality of life
- Globally accredited qualifications
- Rights for overseas students
- Travel to and from the country
- Work while studying (depending on your visa type)
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