THE APPLICATION PROCESS
HOW DO I APPLY FOR A STUDENT VISA?
For the School, we will need the following to secure your Offer of Place Letter:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Passport
- Diploma
- Transcript of Records
- Proof of English Test results – Academic IELTS or PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH
- Certificate of Employment ( if applicable )
When we have the Offer of Place and you have completed all the other documents in the Checklist, we will lodge your application for a Student Visa with Immigration New Zealand. This will be done by us online.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET MY VISA APPROVED?
WHEN DO CLASSES START?
HOW MUCH FUNDS DO I NEED?
DO I NEED TO GET MEDICAL INSURANCE?
WOOHOO! MY STUDENT VISA IS APPROVED!!!
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
- We have four seasons in NZ, bring the appropriate clothes that you can interchange during the year. For the latest in weather forecast, check:https://www.accuweather.com/ or https://www.metservice.com/.We have a saying here, “If you don’t like the weather, just wait 5 minutes.”
- Your medications, prescriptions, extra eyeglasses/contact lenses and medical records.
- While most of the schools will have computers that you can use, it’s still better to BYOD, Bring Your Own Device, so you can study and do research off campus.
- Don’t forget your charger and an adapter. We use angled two or three pin plugs. Don’t worry if you forget, we’ll give you one.
- Food! Customs have very strict regulations on what food items can be brought in.
- Bring your Passport, the e-visa issued by INZ, original copies of your Birth Certificate, Marriage Contract (if applicable), Diploma, Transcript of Records, Certificates of Employment, Endorsements, Training and Seminar Certificates, Driver’s Licence, Police Clearances and other relevant documents you may need when you apply for work.
- Your sports gear! Kiwis are very active people. We love the outdoors, sports and leading an active lifestyle. Explore your new home! Enjoy your passion! Learn a new hobby! Be active!
WHERE WILL I STAY?
When we look for accommodations for you, we take into consideration your budget, safety, cleanliness and proximity to your school and amenities.
CAN I DRIVE IN NZ?
Check: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/new-residents-and-visitors/driving-on-nz-roads/
We can also refer you to qualified driving instructors if you are a beginner or simply want a refresher course on how it is to drive on the left side of the road.
WHO WILL FETCH ME AT THE AIRPORT?
HOW MUCH MONEY SHOULD I BRING?
I AM NOW IN NEW ZEALAND!
CAN I WORK WHILE I’M A STUDENT?
I STILL DON’T HAVE A CAR. HOW CAN I GO TO MY SCHOOL, MY WORK PLACE AND OTHER PLACES?
In Auckland: https://at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry
In Wellington: https://www.metlink.org.nz/
In Canterbury: http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/
In Otago: https://www.orc.govt.nz
WHAT CAN I DO IN NZ?
https://www.tourism.net.nz/new-zealand-things-to-see-and-do.html
https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Attractions-g255104-Activities-New_Zealand.html
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/new-zealand/top-things-to-do/a/poi/362644
http://www.aatravel.co.nz/img/images3.0/quiz/101-must-dos-rank-list.pdf
https://www.gapyear.com/articles/travel-ideas/101-most-incredible-things-new-zealand
IM DONE WITH MY STUDIES, WHAT NOW?
We will explain this when you call us.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, WHO CAN I CALL?
If you have other questions, feel free to call us.