New Zealand Student Visa Application Guide
Explore world-class academic institutions and career development in New Zealand. Learn about the Fee Paying Student Visa, Offer of Place from an approved NZQA education provider, tuition payment, living-cost proof (NZD $20,000/year), and Immigration Online application steps with Global Access Visa Consultancy.
Quick Facts
- Visa Category: Fee Paying Student Visa
- Prerequisite: Offer of Place from NZQA-approved school
- Maintenance Standard: NZD $20,000/year (or NZD $1,667/month)
- Medical & Police: Chest X-ray & Police Clearance Certificate
- Post-Study Work: Up to 3 years Post Study Work Visa
- Our Assistance: Admission audit, financial verification & portal lodging
Offer of Place
Confirmed enrollment from an accredited New Zealand university, institute, or college.
Financial Evidence
Tuition fees proof plus living funds of at least NZD $20,000 per academic year.
Health & Character
Immigration panel physician medical certificate and Indian passport office PCC.
Work Entitlements
Eligible students can work up to 20 hours per week during term and full-time during breaks.
Eligibility for Fee Paying Student Visa
To be granted a student visa by Immigration New Zealand (INZ), Indian applicants must establish that they are genuine students with the intention to study and abide by visa conditions:
Key Student Rights & Pathways
- ✓ Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV): Completing degrees (Level 7+) allows applying for up to a 3-year open post-study work visa.
- ✓ AIP (Approval in Principle): INZ frequently issues Approval in Principle prior to final tuition fee transfer, protecting students.
- ✓ Funds Transfer Scheme (FTS): Indian students can use the secure ANZ bank Funds Transfer Scheme as recognized financial proof.
New Zealand Student Visa Document Checklist
Checklist for online lodgement via the Immigration Online portal.
1. Personal & Enrolment
- • Valid passport with scanned color copies of all pages
- • Official Offer of Place from NZQA education provider
- • Confirmation of accommodation guarantee (for under 18)
- • eMedical information sheet from panel physician
- • Original Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
2. Financial Capacity Evidence
- • Education loan sanction letter from approved national bank
- • Bank statements & fixed deposits held for 6+ months
- • Financial Undertaking for a Student form (INZ 1014)
- • Sponsor’s income tax returns (ITR) for last 3 years
- • Funds Transfer Scheme (FTS) details (if opted)
3. Academic & Intent
- • Academic mark sheets and degree certificates (10th, 12th, Degree)
- • English language test scorecard (IELTS / PTE Academic)
- • Statement of Purpose detailing course choice and career plans in India
- • Curriculum Vitae (CV) explaining employment history
Disclaimer: Global Access Visa Consultancy provides consultation, documentation guidance and application-support services. Final visa decisions are made solely by Immigration New Zealand (INZ). Visa grant cannot be guaranteed.
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