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Fee Paying Student Visa with NZD 20,000 a year in funds, 25 hours of work a week, and a Post Study Work Visa of up to 3 years.
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Fee Paying Student Visa
Visa fee
From NZD 850
Funds
NZD 20,000 per year
After graduation
Post Study Work Visa: up to 3 yrs
Intakes
Most universities start their academic year around February, with a second intake around July. Dates vary by provider.
Fee Paying Student Visa: step by step
- Get a place on a course with an approved education provider
- Pay your first year's tuition and gather evidence of funds
- Gather supporting documents, including medical or police checks if required
- Apply online and pay the fee
- Track your application until you get a decision
80% of applications are decided within 7 weeks. Apply at least 3 months before you travel; October to March is the busiest period.
Fees and money you need to show
- Visa fees
- From NZD 850.
- Proof of funds
- NZD 20,000 a year for tertiary study (NZD 1,667 a month for courses under a year), plus proof your first year's tuition is paid and where your money comes from.
Work, English and family
- Work while studying
- Up to 25 hours a week during study (if your visa allows) and full time in scheduled holidays.
- After graduation
- Post Study Work Visa: up to 3 years depending on your qualification and study length; open work rights for degree-level (Level 7+) graduates; available once.
- English tests
- Set by each university or provider.
- Bringing family
- Partners and children apply for their own visas based on their relationship to you.
Recent changes
- From 16 Nov 2026: Post Study Work Visa eligibility widened for some graduate-diploma holders.
- Student work limit is now 25 hours a week.