Study in New Zealand

Life as an international student

Explore universities and applied-learning providers, comparing qualification level and campus location. Ask about international student support, accommodation, insurance and orientation. Build time into your plans for settling into a new learning environment.

Courses, costs & preparation

Confirm that the provider and programme are appropriate for international enrolment. A fee-paying student visa needs an offer of place from an approved provider. Review current tuition, living-funds, health and character requirements rather than relying on a generic estimate.

Your application journey from Nepal

1. 1

   Compare programmes and check academic and English entry criteria.

2. 2

   Apply to the provider and obtain an offer of place.

3. 3

   Review conditions, fee-payment instructions and refund terms.

4. 4

   Prepare the Nepal NOC application through the Ministry’s official portal and confirm the documents and bank requirements for education payments.

5. 5

   Prepare the appropriate student visa application with offer, tuition/funding evidence and other required documents.

6. 6

   Complete any health, character or additional evidence requests from Immigration New Zealand.

7. 7

   Once approved, check visa conditions and confirm insurance, housing and arrival arrangements with your provider.

Documents to start preparing

• Valid passport and identity details
• Academic transcripts and completion certificates
• English or other language results required by your programme
• Study history, CV and explanations for any gaps
• Offer/admission documents and payment records
• Genuine financial evidence and sponsor documents
• Translations and certified copies where requested
• Nepal NOC documents applicable to your case
• Offer of place from an approved education provider
• Tuition payment or other acceptable evidence as required
• Living-funds evidence
• Health/character and insurance documents as applicable

The institution and immigration authority may request additional evidence for your circumstances.