VISA - New Zealand

Student Visa or Permit
As per the details available on the official sites, most people can be considered for a visa or permit to study in New Zealand, provided they meet all the requirements. But, to protect the interests of New Zealanders they don't issue visa to people involved in certain activities.

Process to get a Student Visa or Permit
They have a clear application process for students to follow. You will have to show them that they've paid the foreign student fees. And you will also need to pay a fee to apply for a Student Visa or Permit.

Steps to complete the application form

Step 1: Print and complete the form Application to Study in New Zealand (NZIS 1012) PDF. Also available is the Guide for Studying in New Zealand (NZIS 1013) PDF, which will assist you in applying. If you cannot print the form and guide, they are available from your nearest Immigration New Zealand branch.

Step 2: Make sure you submit everything they require, including the fee Along with your completed (and signed) application form you will also need to provide all the information listed at the front of the application form and the correct fee. If you do not submit the required information with your application we cannot accept it for processing.

Step 3: Make sure you meet their health and character requirements What you have to provide us with depends on how long you will be staying in New Zealand.

Step 4: Studying in New Zealand for between six months and two years? You may also need to provide a completed Temporary Entry X-ray Certificate (NZIS 1096) PDF to show you have been screened for tuberculosis (TB).

Studying in New Zealand for more than two years?

You will need to complete a medical examination and a medical and X-ray certificate.

Documents

1. Required by all entering New Zealand
2. sufficient money for self-support
3. a passport valid for 3 months beyond the scheduled date of departure from New Zealand
4. Completed application form
5. A recent passport-size photograph
6. Evidence of financial-support or sponsorship

Student visa: Confirmation of placement at an approved educational institution.

Time required to issue visa: Visitor visa: 3 weeks Study Visas: Normally valid for the duration of the study period

Validity: The maximum period of time most visitors can remain in New Zealand is 9 months within an 18-month period.

Visitors not requiring visas are initially allowed a stay for up to 3 months, after which they can apply in New Zealand for an extension of up to 9 months.