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Visa / work rights
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Student and Trainee Work Visa
New Zealand
80% within 9 weeks
Not published
Usually up to 6 months for student practical training or medical and dental training; other trainee categories vary
Requirements
- Meet the specific requirements for the relevant field of study, professional training or traineeship
- A practical placement, written offer or employment agreement relevant to the applicant's study or training
- Enough funds to support the stay or an acceptable sponsor
- Health, character and passport evidence required for the intended duration
- Professional registration or host-organisation evidence where the training field requires it
- Study is limited to up to 3 months in any 12-month period unless a separate student visa is obtained
Process overview
- 1
Confirm the visa and current rules
Before applyingUse the linked Immigration New Zealand page to check the qualification, nationality, age, job, funds and health conditions that apply.
- 2
Prepare supporting evidence
Application stageCollect the passport, offer of place, qualification, funds, insurance, job offer, employer, training or residence evidence required for the route.
- 3
Submit online
Application stageMost of these visas are submitted through Immigration Online. Employer-linked routes also require the employer's accreditation, job check or application link.
- 4
Complete the decision and visa conditions
80% within 9 weeksRespond to any evidence request and check the final eVisa conditions before studying, working, changing employer or travelling.
Cost breakdown
- Online visa cost fromNZ$1,455.00
The route page lists the application cost from NZD 1,455. Training, travel, insurance and professional-registration costs are separate. Immigration fees and the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy can depend on the visa and passport; confirm the current total before applying.
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