Pathway Student Visa New Zealand Guide
For international students following an approved pathway of up to three consecutive programmes of study on one visa.
Pathway Student Visa requirements: who can apply?
- be offered a valid study pathway by a pathway education provider or providers
- have enough money to pay your tuition fees, or have a scholarship
- have enough money to live on, or be sponsored
- have full medical and travel insurance
- meet the other requirements of this visa.
- study up to 3 , 1 after the other, on a single visa
- complete your qualification plan
- work part-time up to 25 hours a week while studying, and full-time in holidays, depending on your course
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your visa expires.
What the Pathway Student Visa lets you do
- study up to 3 , 1 after the other, on a single visa
- complete your qualification plan
- work part-time up to 25 hours a week while studying, and full-time in holidays, depending on your course
- travel in and out of New Zealand until your visa expires.
Pathway Student Visa documents and evidence
- certified translations of police and medical certificates that are not in English
- scanned copies of the original documents.
Pathway Student Visa FAQ
What is the Pathway Student Visa?
For international students following an approved pathway of up to three consecutive programmes of study on one visa.
How long can I stay in New Zealand on the Pathway Student Visa?
The latest source snapshot lists 5 years. Check the official Immigration New Zealand page because visa conditions can change.
How much does the Pathway Student Visa cost?
The latest source snapshot lists NZD $750. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with Immigration New Zealand before applying.
How long does the Pathway Student Visa take to process?
The latest source snapshot lists 8 weeks. Processing times are indicative and can change.
Where can I check the latest official Pathway Student Visa requirements?
Use the official Immigration New Zealand source: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/visas/pathway-student-visa/. Webfit News reorganises the public information for convenience but does not replace the official source.
Other study visa guides
Return to the main NZ Visa Guide to browse work, study, visitor, residence and family visa information or download another visa checklist.