New Zealand student visas in 2019
Besides the world's leading education, high quality of life, healthy and safe environment, what makes Kiwi country become a study abroad destination attracting many young people is the New Zealand student visa approval policy is extremely open and favorable. The information on New Zealand student visa below will definitely be useful for those who are looking for.
New Zealand student visa policy quick review
Currently, to support and encourage international students wishing to study in New Zealand, the Government of the country is making changes in its policy to simplify the procedures and reduce the worry of financial proof. New Zealand financial proof procedures are reviewed based on family conditions and are reviewed fairly.
New Zealand student visa policy changes were created to show the support of the Government and encourage, open the door to welcome international students to New Zealand. In particular, the latest changes in the New Zealand student visa law 2018, especially the policy that students are allowed to stay at work for 03 years after graduation is attracting the attention of many young Vietnamese.
In fact, the conditions for applying for a New Zealand student visa are simple and fast with a approval time of only 3 – 4 weeks. In particular, students do not need to worry when they do not have an IELTS certificate. Because students can study English before entering the main course.
While staying in homestays, international students are welcomed by friendly, hospitable New Zealand families. This is an opportunity to experience the culture of life, culture, history, visit famous tourist attractions and improve their English level.
In particular, international students have the opportunity to stay and work in New Zealand after graduation. The New Zealand government has measures to support the “two-step migration” of international students and is in charge of the link between educational export and permanent migration. With the New Zealand student visa opening policy, each year more than about 70,000 international students are granted a student visa and of which 75% are from Asia.
New Zealand student visa application
New Zealand student visa is much more favorable and open than other developed countries. However, to succeed in applying for a New Zealand student visa you need to fully prepare the necessary documents, meet the requirements set by the Government in granting visas. Here are the documents you need to note.
Certificates from the New Zealand School
- Application form for Study in New Zealand (INZ 1012) filled out in English with a photo.
- A university certificate if you are in college or a workplace certificate.
- A letter of acceptance from the school in New Zealand and a proof of residence (these two will be sent back to the student by the school to confirm the student's enrollment has been approved).
A personal application for a New Zealand student visa includes:
- Curriculum vitae (certified by local authorities).
- A copy of birth certificate, a copy of ID card.
- School transcripts (or transcripts of subjects), copies of the highest degrees and certificates.
- A valid passport valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave New Zealand (original, signed by the person named in the passport).
- Judicial record No. 1 issued by the Department of Justice of the Province or City where you registered your permanent residence.
Financial proof New Zealand student visa documents include:
- A minimum New Zealand consumer account of NZD 15,000 per year (for courses over 36 weeks) or NZD 1,250 per month (for courses shorter than 36 weeks), tuition fees of the main course, and round-trip airfare (Photo of savings book and Bank confirmation).
- Proof of income sources according to their capabilities and assets (including real estate).
Notes:
- You must submit all documents and a medical examination form using the "Medical and X-ray Certificate Form". Your medical examination must be done in a place where a doctor is accredited to give a medical examination for New Zealand entry purposes.
- The New Zealand student visa application fee is 235 USD (not refundable in any case).
- After you submit a complete application to the Consulate General of New Zealand, your application will be reviewed and processed within 3 months, during which you may be asked to provide additional information to complete the visa procedures for New Zealand.
- Upon notification of the temporary visa, students will begin transferring tuition and living expenses to the school in New Zealand for admission. A New Zealand student visa will be issued when the Consulate General of New Zealand receives the original tuition receipt (or a copy of the tuition receipt sent directly from the school by Email).
New Zealand student visa application process
New Zealand student visa application stage
Students need to prepare the following documents to apply for a New Zealand student visa :
- Application form "Application to Study in New Zealand" has been fully filled in and signed.
- University certificate (if you are studying at University) or confirmation of the agency (if you are working)
- Letter of acceptance from the school in New Zealand and assurance of school accommodation (These two types will be sent by the school to the student to confirm the student's enrollment has been approved)
- Curriculum vitae (certified by local authorities)
- Copy of birth certificate
- A copy of the identity card.
- Academic transcripts (or transcripts of subjects)
- Copies of the highest degrees and certificates
- Application fee USD135 and interview fee (VND 400,000) (can not be refunded in any case)
- Passport (must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave New Zealand) (original, signed by the person named in the passport).A photo of the latest passport size
- The judicial record granted by the provincial / municipal Justice Service of the locality where the pupil registers his / her permanent residence.
Evidence of financial resources when studying in New Zealand, including:
- A minimum New Zealand consumer account of NZ$7,000/year (about USD 5,000/year) and tuition fees of the main course. (Photo of savings book and bank confirmation)
- Proof of income sources according to their capability.
- Property (including real estate)
New Zealand student visa interview stage
- New Zealand student visa application timeline usually quite fast, takes place in 3-4 weeks, unless the student short of paperwork will be asked to provide more information, it will take more time. After that period of time, students will be invited to interview and announce the results.
- New Zealand student visa interview fee is 25$. Applicants in Hanoi and Northern provinces will be interviewed for a student visa at the New Zealand Embassy, while other subjects will be interviewed at the Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City.
- At the request of the Embassy of New Zealand, prospective students must pay Study Abroad Fees New Zealand as well as many living expenses for the school after successful visa application.
- For students studying for 6 months or more, after being accepted by the Embassy, students must have a medical examination according to the form " Medical and X-ray Certificate Form ". For courses from 6 months to 1 year, students will have to fill in the certificate of X-ray examination of tuberculosis. For courses from 1 year, students must be healthy and have confirmation of X-ray examination of tuberculosis. All medical examination certificates must not exceed 3 months. If meeting the health requirements, future students will have to carry out money transfer procedures.
- After the visa office of the Consulate General of New Zealand receives the copy of the tuition receipt (or a copy of the tuition receipt sent directly from the school by email to the visa office), proof of accommodation assurance (the school in New Zealand or someone providing accommodation gives a written assurance, even submitting a receipt of payment of living expenses), the school's detailed letter of the course, the student's accommodation in writing, the student will receive a visa.
Some things to note when applying for a New Zealand student visa
- All copies of papers must be authenticated by notary offices or competent agencies. For papers in Vietnamese, overseas students must attach their English translations made by notary offices or agencies with the translation function.
- Students should submit a study abroad dossier at least 2 months before the course starts to prepare for health checkup, tuition, buy air tickets ...
- Students are only granted a New Zealand student visa when enrolling in approved courses at a school approved by the New Zealand Degree Issuing Authority.
New Zealand student visa categories
+ Post Study Work Visa: This visa allows students to stay in New Zealand to find a job that suits their interests and abilities. The duration of this visa is 12 months. Before finding a job that meets their desires and qualifications, students can do anything else to earn money to live. After that, if they want to stay, they must continue to apply for a visa sponsored by an employer.
+ Post Study Work Visa: If you apply for this visa, you will be able to stay in New Zealand for 2 to 3 years to gain experience after graduation. The Post Study Work Visa requires you to apply for a job matching your qualifications and qualifications with a specific employer or employer.
+ Permanent resident visa: After the Post Study Work visa expires, if the worker still qualifies for a permanent residence visa in New Zealand under the category of immigration for professional reasons. Based on the factors of age, qualifications, work experience, job offer, .... will you be considered for permanent residence or not? When considering settling the occupations in the list of personnel shortage will be priority.
The jobs that are lacking in New Zealand are: technicians, engineers, cable technicians, construction/telecommunications, and chefs, tourism - hospitality ...
New Zealand is implementing an open policy, creating conditions for international students who wish to study, work and settle here. Therefore, if you intend to live, study, and work in New Zealand, try to study well to choose the right career for yourself.
New Zealand student visa interview experience
Visa interviews for students studying in New Zealand are not too difficult, depending on the approval of the dossier. This approval work is usually lasting 2-3 weeks. Depending on whether your dossier is complete or not to decide whether you need to interview or not. If you have prepared a perfect dossier, you almost do not have to worry about being called for an interview, but if you have shortcomings in the dossier, it is likely that you will be asked to interview to answer those shortcomings.
If you are called for an interview, be calm and confident. If you pass the interview successfully, the chances of getting a visa will be high, so you should not be too nervous. Answer the questions in a short and to the point, avoiding too long and rambling answers. You also need to pay attention to the appearance to impress the interviewer. Do not forget to smile to create good feelings!
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