Fee Paying Student Visa
New Zealand student visa document checklist
Apply about 3 months before your course starts.
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Identity & travel
Academic documents
Financial evidence
Country-specific
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Requirements and fees change without notice. Use this checklist to get organised, then verify every line against the official source for your country of application.
Immigration New ZealandNew Zealand student visa FAQs
What documents do I need for a New Zealand student visa?๏ผ
You need 15 documents across four groups: identity and travel, academic records, financial evidence, and New Zealand-specific papers such as Offer of Place, Medical & chest x-ray certificates, Police certificates.
How much does the Fee Paying Student Visa cost?๏ผ
NZD 750 (online). Fees change regularly, so confirm on the official portal before paying.
How long does the New Zealand student visa take?๏ผ
4โ8 weeks Apply about 3 months before your course starts.
When should I apply for my New Zealand student visa?๏ผ
Apply about 3 months before your course starts.
Can I work on a New Zealand student visa?๏ผ
Up to 20 hrs/week term, full-time during scheduled breaks