Study
A student visa is more than an enrolment letter. Build a credible, well-documented case from day one.
Study
A student visa is more than an enrolment letter. Immigration New Zealand looks at the credibility of the whole application: your study plan, funds, and your intentions. We help you present a genuine, well-documented case, and plan for what comes after study.
How we help
- Choosing evidence that shows a credible study plan
- Funds and financial documentation done properly
- Guidance on post-study work rights and where they can lead
- Preparation and lodgement of the application
Typically involved
- An offer of place from an approved provider
- Evidence of funds for tuition and living costs
- A credible study purpose and plan
- Health and character documents
Requirements at a glance
Key criteria
- Offer of place from an approved education provider, stating course name, duration, study mode and scheduled holiday dates
- Enough money to pay tuition fees (or a scholarship), with evidence of payment for one year or one course, whichever is shorter
- Living-cost funds: NZD $20,000 per year (or NZD $1,667 per month if under 1 year) for tertiary/English language study; NZD $17,000 per year (or NZD $1,417 per month) for school Years 1-13, or an acceptable sponsor/guarantor
- Genuinely intend to study in New Zealand and show you plan to leave at the end of your stay
- Good health (chest X-ray may be required if staying over 6 months, depending on citizenship/travel history) and good character (police certificates less than 6 months old may be required)
- Agree to hold insurance for travel and healthcare from course start until visa expiry (a visa condition, per Education Code requirements)
Evidence commonly needed
- Offer of place from an approved education provider
- Evidence of tuition fee payment (receipt) for one year or one course, or scholarship award letter
- Bank statements showing 3 months of transaction history, or fixed-term deposits held at least 3 months
- Education loan documentation from a nationalised/multi-national bank, or provident fund withdrawal evidence
- Secondary evidence of the source of funds: tax returns, payslips, employer letters, business registration, rental income
Total cost shown on the visa page (most applicants)
Immigration New Zealand’s published settings as at July 2026, summarised for orientation only. Settings and fees change: always check the official Fee Paying Student Visa page, or confirm the current position at your consultation.
Please note: visa categories and settings change, sometimes at short notice. Information published online, including on this site, is general information only, not immigration advice. Your consultation is where we assess your individual circumstances against the current rules.
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