Enrol at a university, polytechnic, or PTE with full student visa support, 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.
A quick look at what this visa typically asks for. Tick most of these and you're in good shape, and we'll help you sort the rest.
NZQA provider
Your course must be with an NZQA-approved education provider.
Up to 4 yrs
Visa length matches your enrolment, typically up to four years.
IELTS 5.5+
Meet the English level your course and provider require.
NZ$20k / yr
Show enough money to cover your living costs each year.
20 hrs / wk
Most students can work up to 20 hours a week in term.
We guide you through your application in three simple steps, from eligibility check to visa in hand.
What you'll need
How we help
We check your offer letter and provider against Immigration NZ's approved list, then make sure your enrolment documents say exactly what a case officer needs to see.
What you'll need
How we help
We review your evidence file and flag any gaps before submission. Weak funds evidence is the top reason student visas get declined, so we get it right the first time.
What you'll need
How we help
Your partner adviser submits your application to Immigration New Zealand and stays on it, answering any case-officer questions on your behalf until your visa is approved.
Immigration is an investment, but expert advice shouldn't cost you a fortune. Here's the full picture for a student visa.
Typical student-visa adviser
For eligible, partner-funded applicants
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Immigration rules can feel confusing. Here are the most common questions we get about this visa type.
Yes. For eligible applicants our service is fully partner-funded, so you pay us nothing: no consultation fee, no preparation fee, no lodgement fee. You're still responsible for Immigration New Zealand's own application fee, which we confirm for you upfront.
No. We can start before you've enrolled. We'll check that your chosen course and provider are NZQA-approved and Immigration-ready, so you don't waste time on an offer that won't support a visa.
You generally need to prove around NZ$20,000 per year for living costs, on top of tuition. Weak or unclear funds evidence is the top reason student visas get declined, so we review your bank statements carefully before anything is lodged.
Most full-time students can work up to 20 hours a week during term and full-time in scheduled breaks. Your partner adviser confirms the exact work conditions on your visa so you stay compliant from day one.
Processing usually takes around 4–8 weeks once lodged, though it varies with your provider and the time of year. Your partner adviser submits a complete, well-evidenced application to avoid the back-and-forth that slows decisions down.
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