Foreign Government Supported Student Visa New Zealand Guide
For students supported by an eligible foreign government scholarship or education arrangement.
Foreign Government Supported Student Visa requirements: who can apply?
- be from a country that has an education agreement with New Zealand, and provide a letter setting out the terms of your Government's support
- have an offer of place from an approved education provider
- provide confirmation that your tuition fees and living expenses will be paid by your Government
- have full medical and travel insurance
- meet the other requirements of this visa.
- study full-time at the course stated on your visa — this includes school, tertiary (study after secondary school) and English language study
- work part-time up to 25 hours a week while studying, and full-time in the holidays, depending on your visa conditions
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your visa expires.
What the Foreign Government Supported Student Visa lets you do
- study full-time at the course stated on your visa — this includes school, tertiary (study after secondary school) and English language study
- work part-time up to 25 hours a week while studying, and full-time in the holidays, depending on your visa conditions
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your visa expires.
Foreign Government Supported Student Visa documents and evidence
Document requirements vary by visa and circumstances. Use the official Immigration New Zealand page for the current evidence requirements. The PDF checklist on this page includes the information that could be safely extracted during the latest source check.
Foreign Government Supported Student Visa FAQ
What is the Foreign Government Supported Student Visa?
For students supported by an eligible foreign government scholarship or education arrangement.
How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Foreign Government Supported Student Visa?
The latest source snapshot lists 4 years. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.
How much does the Foreign Government Supported Student Visa cost?
The latest source snapshot lists NZD $850. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.
How long does the Foreign Government Supported Student Visa take to process?
The latest source snapshot lists 3 weeks. Processing times are indicative and can change.
Where can I check the latest official Foreign Government Supported Student Visa requirements?
Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/foreign-government-supported-student-visa/. Webfit News reorganises the public information for convenience but does not replace the official source.
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