STUDENT VISAS

Study. Graduate. Stay.

World-class education, post-study work rights, and expert visa support, all at zero cost to you.

This is general guidance only and visa rules change often. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official Immigration New Zealand website.

WHAT WE HANDLE

Your visa journey, handled.

From your first enquiry to your visa in hand, we manage every detail, so nothing slips through the cracks.

Students studying together in a university library

Full-Time Study

University, polytechnic, or PTE enrolment with full student visa support and work-rights guidance.

Young person working a part-time job in a cafe

Part-Time + Work Rights

Students can work up to 25 hours/week during term and full-time in breaks, and we make sure your visa covers it.

Graduates celebrating at their graduation ceremony

Post-Study Work

Pathways to open work visas after graduation, including routes toward residency for high-demand graduates.

Full-Time Study
Students studying together in a university library

Full-Time Study

University, polytechnic, or PTE enrolment with full student visa support and work-rights guidance.

Part-Time + Work Rights
Young person working a part-time job in a cafe

Part-Time + Work Rights

Students can work up to 25 hours/week during term and full-time in breaks, and we make sure your visa covers it.

Post-Study Work
Graduates celebrating at their graduation ceremony

Post-Study Work

Pathways to open work visas after graduation, including routes toward residency for high-demand graduates.

WHY IT MATTERS

Why the right help changes everything.

Getting a visa right the first time matters. Here's what good guidance actually changes for you.

Study without the stress.

We handle every visa detail so you arrive ready to study, not buried in paperwork.

Work while you study.

Maximise your NZ experience. Earn while you learn with the right visa conditions from day one.

A path to stay.

Many student pathways lead to residency. We plan ahead so your study visa opens bigger doors.

Expert in your corner.

Immigration rules change constantly. The licensed advisers we partner with stay current with INZ policy so your application reflects the latest requirements, not last year's rules.

HOW IT WORKS

Three steps to your visa approved.

We guide you through your application in three simple steps, from eligibility check to visa in hand.

Enrol & assess.

Confirm your institution and course. Your partner adviser assesses your situation and identifies the right visa type.

  • Institution confirmation
  • Eligibility review
  • Visa pathway match

Apply & document.

Your partner adviser prepares and lodges your application and handles INZ directly, while we keep your supporting documents in order.

  • Application preparation
  • INZ lodgement
  • Document handling

Arrive & thrive.

Once approved, your partner adviser briefs you on your conditions and work rights, and we help with next steps for life in NZ.

  • Visa conditions briefing
  • Work rights overview
  • NZ life preparation
REAL STORIES

Clients who call New Zealand home.

Don't take our word for it. Hear from the people we've helped call New Zealand home.

“I recommend Jumpstart International for those who want to apply for a student visa. Thankful for your great service in helping me process my application visa.”
Abegail Student Visa
“Jumpstart International made my student visa process smooth and stress-free. Very professional, reliable, and 100% recommendable!”
Tecson Student Visa
  • “I recommend Jumpstart International for those who want to apply for a student visa. Thankful for your great service in helping me process my application visa.”
    Abegail Student Visa
  • “Jumpstart International made my student visa process smooth and stress-free. Very professional, reliable, and 100% recommendable!”
    Tecson Student Visa
Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers.

Immigration rules can feel confusing. Here are the most common questions we get about this visa type.

You need an offer from a New Zealand-registered school, polytechnic, or university. Our partner advisers can advise on accredited institutions that suit your goals.

Yes. Most full-time students can work up to 25 hours/week during term and full-time during scheduled breaks, provided your visa includes work conditions.

Processing typically takes 4–8 weeks depending on your nationality and INZ workload. We submit complete applications to avoid delays.

Depending on your qualification and employer, you may be eligible for a Post-Study Work Visa or direct residency pathways. We plan this from day one.

Yes. We are partner-funded, so there is no cost to you for the advice or application support our partner advisers provide.

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