VisaChief🇳🇿 Study in New Zealand
New Zealand pairs globally ranked universities with a clear post-study work visa and a high quality of life, making it a popular alternative to Australia.
Visa
Fee Paying Student visa
Gov fee
NZ$430
Processing
3-8 weeks
Work rights
Up to 20 hours per week during term for eligible students.
Post-study
Post Study Work Visa: 1-3 years depending on level and where you study.
English
IELTS 6.0 (undergrad) to 6.5 (postgrad).
Avg tuition
NZ$22k-45k / yr
Avg living
NZ$20k-25k / yr
Financial requirement
Show NZ$20,000/yr living costs plus tuition.
Step-by-step: Fee Paying Student visa
Get an Offer of Place
From an NZQA-approved education provider.
Pay tuition or show scholarship
Evidence of payment supports the application.
Apply online to Immigration NZ
Upload funds, health and character evidence.
Decision & travel
Enter and enrol; keep to your visa conditions.
What you will need
- Offer of place from an approved provider
- Proof of funds (NZ$20,000/yr)
- Evidence of tuition payment or scholarship
- Health & character requirements
Top universities in New Zealand
2 institutions that enrol international students.
#65 WORLD
🇳🇿 University of Auckland
Auckland · 3 degrees
#214 WORLD
🇳🇿 University of Otago
Dunedin · 2 degrees
Indicative figures for 2025-26. Confirm current fees, funds thresholds and rules at the official government source before applying. General information only, not immigration advice.