Study visa
Study, live and work
- Student Visa
- Duration: your program + 1 month
- Work 20h/week during classes
- Post-Study Work Visa up to 3 years
- Cambridge C1/C2 accepted by universities
- Fee: NZD $375
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New Zealand
Adventure, Māori culture and premium education
New Zealand offers a unique educational experience: world-class universities in an incomparable natural setting. With Māori culture, Kiwi hospitality and permission to work while you study, NZ is perfect for those seeking quality of life and excellent education.
Work allowed while studyingThe country in numbers
New Zealand in numbers
16Regions / States
8+Institutions
100,000+International students
NZD $Currency
Auckland · Wellington · Canterbury · Waikato · Bay of Plenty · Otago · Manawatu-Wanganui · Hawke's Bay · Taranaki · Marlborough · Nelson · Tasman · West Coast · Gisborne · Northland · Southland
Where to study
The 5 best cities to study
- 01
Auckland
The City of Sails. University of Auckland, AUT. Harbour, volcanoes and vibrant culture.
- 02
Wellington
National capital and cultural heart. Victoria University. Peter Jackson and cinema.
- 03
Christchurch
The garden city. University of Canterbury. Gateway to the Southern Alps.
- 04
Dunedin
NZ's Scottish city. University of Otago. The oldest, with the best campus.
- 05
Hamilton
Waikato University. A young, affordable university city by the rivers.
Visa types
Visas we process at Australasian
Tourism visa
Explore and discover
- Visitor Visa
- Stay up to 9 months (eligible citizens)
- Explore NZ's 16 regions
- North: beaches, geothermal areas and Māori culture
- South: glaciers, fjords and cinematic landscapes
- No paid work allowed
Right to work? 20 hours/week during the course. Full-time during breaks. Spouse: full-time if you study at higher level.
Cost of living
How much do you need per month?
Shared roomNZD $600–950/moAuckland is the most expensive
Own apartmentNZD $1,200–2,000/moMore affordable outside Auckland
TransportNZD $80–150/moAT HOP card with student discount
FoodNZD $300–500/moFresh produce at good prices
Social lifeNZD $100–250/moOutdoor adventure, free hiking
Internet + phoneNZD $30–60/moVery affordable prepaid
Estimated totalNZD $1,400–2,300/moExcludes tuition
Minimum wageNZD $23.15/hrFrom Apr 2024. 20h/week ≈ $1,852/month
Top 5 · Australasian recommends
Places you should see
- Top 1
Fiordland & Milford Sound
Southland
- Top 2
Rotorua
Bay of Plenty
- Top 3
Queenstown
Otago
- Top 4
Abel Tasman
Tasman
- Top 5
Hobbiton
Waikato
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Ready to study in New Zealand?
We process your study or tourism visa, advise you on choosing an institution and support you at every step. Free consultation, no obligation.