Embarking on the journey to study in New Zealand involves a detailed process, beginning with the crucial step of completing the New Zealand Student Visa form, known officially as INZ 1012. This document, updated in August 2021, lays the groundwork for aspiring students wishing to pursue their education temporarily in the scenic landscapes of New Zealand. With a strong encouragement for applicants to opt for the online submission path, it's highlighted that this method is not only quicker but simpler, promising to take less than 15 minutes provided that all documents are prepared and ready. The importance of adhering to the guidelines stipulated in the Student Visa Guide (INZ 1013) is emphasized, a resource that is invaluable for navigating through the visa application process. Furthermore, the application process is stringent in its requirement for a checklist of documents, without which applications are subject to being returned. This underscores the necessity of presenting a veritable dossier including, but not limited to, personal details, health and character certifications, educational proof, and proof of financial stability among others, tailored to the diverse categories of students, from foreign fee-paying scholars to those backed by the New Zealand government scholarships. This highlights not just the comprehensive nature of the application process, but also its inclusivity, accommodating a vast range of educational pursuits. Understanding and meeting these detailed requirements can be pivotal in ensuring the fruition of one's educational ambitions in New Zealand.
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| Form Name | New Zealand Student Visa Form |
| Form Length | 16 pages |
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| Avg. time to fill out | 4 min |
| Other names | 2021 inz, 2021 zealand form, application 2021 zealand, 2021 inz visa |
OFFICE USE ONLY Client no.:
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Application no.:
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INZ 1012 |
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for a temporary stay in New Zealand |
Apply for your visa online – it’s faster & easier
The fastest and easiest way to apply for a student visa is online. Once you have your documents prepared, it should take less than 15 minutes to complete the online application form.
Explore your options and apply online at www.immigration.govt.nz/study.
Refer to the Student Visa Guide
The Student Visa Guide (INZ 1013) contains important information about the requirements for a student visa and how to complete the form. It can be downloaded from www.immigration.govt.nz/forms.
Documents required
Use the checklist on page 2 of this form to find out which documents you must provide. If you have not provided the correct documents, we will return your application.
Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007
Under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 it is an offence to provide immigration advice without being licensed or exempt. If your immigration adviser is not licensed when they should be, Immigration New Zealand will return your application.
For more information and to view the register of licensed advisers, go to the Immigration Advisers Authority website www.iaa.govt.nz or email info@iaa.govt.nz.
Lawyers provide immigration advice and are exempt from licensing under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act. For more information and to view the register of immigration lawyers, go to the New Zealand Law Society website www.lawsociety.org.nz.
When filling in this form, please write clearly in English using CAPITAL LETTERS.
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When filling in this form, please write clearly using CAPITAL LETTERS.
Application checklist
Information and documents you must supply
Completed, signed application form.
Appropriate fee and levies.
Two
Passport or travel document*.
Medical or chest
Police certificates if required by Section D:
Your character.
Applicants in the circumstances below must provide the relevant documents (more than one section may apply to you).
Applicants who are... Must provide...
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An offer of place(s) from |
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A Confirmation of Enrolment if |
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you are a student returning to |
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the same provider and studying |
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the same programme. |
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student visa, a letter from your |
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education provider(s) stating |
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they support your application for |
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a pathway student visa. |
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Evidence that your tuition fees: |
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have been paid |
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are covered by a foreign |
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government loan, or |
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will be paid by your home |
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country government. |
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are covered by a study abroad or |
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If you are applying from outside |
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New Zealand, evidence that you/ |
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your family have sufficient funds |
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to pay your tuition fees after |
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your visa application is approved |
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in principle. |
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If you are already studying in |
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New Zealand, evidence of: |
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previous student performance |
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and progress, and |
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attendance records. |
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Evidence of your financial |
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support, as described in Section |
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scholarship students. |
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outward travel, or |
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Evidence of sufficient funds |
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to purchase outward travel |
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or |
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Either a sponsorship form or |
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a financial undertaking form |
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guaranteeing to cover the cost of |
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outward travel from New Zealand. |
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your parent or legal guardian. |
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guardian |
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guardian cares for you in your |
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student status. |
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If you are a dependent child |
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of an Essential Skills visa holder, |
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evidence that your parent is |
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eligible to support your visa – |
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If you are a dependent child |
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of a Religious worker visa |
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holder, either: |
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evidence that your parent is |
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eligible to support your visa – |
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a signed and completed |
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sponsorship form indicating |
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that the religious organisation |
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sponsoring your parent will |
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support you. |
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Permission to work 20 hours |
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period), and |
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e.g. AFS, Rotary). |
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organiser that you have been |
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accepted to an approved student |
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exchange scheme. |
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scholarship |
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*While you can provide a certified copy of your passport with your application, we highly recommend you provide your original passport. This will enable us to process your application faster and it may
be needed to complete your application. Please note during the processing of an application an immigration officer may request any document, including your original passport
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If you are entitled to work
If your circumstances are not covered in the above list, refer to the INZ website, www.immigration.govt.nz, or Operational Manual, www.immigration.govt.nz/opsmanual, for information about the documents you must provide.
Which type of student visa are you applying for?
Foreign
Other, please specify
Limited visa
Section A Principal applicant’s personal details
Attach two colour
For more information about the questions in this section, see ‘Completing Section A: Principal applicant’s personal details’ in the Student Visa Guide.
A1 Name as shown in passport
Family/last name
Given/first name(s)
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A6 Town/cityofbirth
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A7 Passport details
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A8 Other citizenships you hold
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A9 Partnership status
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When filling in this form, please write clearly using CAPITAL LETTERS.
Section B Contact details
Note: We prefer to contact you using email. Please provide your email address if you have one.
B1 Your current residential address.
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If you are currently in New Zealand, your most recent overseas address. Address
Name and address for communication about this application.
Same as address at B1 , or as below
Name of contact person
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Do you authorise all other licensed immigration advisers or persons exempt from licensing who work for the organisation named at B3 to act on your behalf (if applicable)?
Yes Note: the person identified at B3 will receive all communication from Immigration New Zealand.
No Only the person indicated at B3 may act on my behalf.
B6 Have you received immigration advice on this application?
You can find a definition of immigration advice atwww.immigration.govt.nz/advice.
Yes Make sure that your immigration adviser completes Section I: Immigration adviser’s details.
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B7 Names and addresses of any friends, relatives, or contacts you have in New Zealand (if applicable)
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B8 List all periods of employment, including
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The New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) is for New Zealand businesses only. For help search: www.nzbn.govt.nz.
Section C Your health
For more information about the questions in this section, see ‘Completing Section C: Your health’ in the Student Visa Guide.
C1
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Do you have tuberculosis (TB)? Yes No
Do you have any medical condition that requires, or may require, one of the following during your stay in New Zealand?
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Residential care is defined as
C3 Have you been identified as a person who requires special education services? (Refer to ‘Completing Section C: Your health’ in the Student Visa Guide (INZ 1013) for further information).
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C4 If you have answered Yes to any of the questions in C1
to C3 , provide details.
C5 Are you pregnant?
Yes Date you are due to give birth
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D D M M Y Y Y Y
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C6 If you intend to give birth in New Zealand, please indicate how the cost of maternity health services will be paid for and provide the relevant evidence.
Not applicable as I do not intend to give birth in New Zealand.
I am, or will be eligible for
I will cover the cost myself and have attached copies (not originals) that I have at least NZ$9000 of funds available.
My sponsor has guaranteed to cover the cost and I have attached a completed Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry (INZ 1025).
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