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New Zealand: how much money you need to show for a student visa
Applies to: New Zealand Fee Paying Student Visa
NZD 20,000 a year for tertiary study
For university-level study of a year or more, with a monthly figure for shorter courses.
The amounts
| Study of 1 year or more | NZD 20,000 for each year |
|---|---|
| Study shorter than 1 year | NZD 1,667 for each month |
The rules to know
- These figures are for tertiary (university-level) study.
- School students have different amounts, which are not covered here.
Source: immigration.govt.nz: Fee Paying Student Visa · checked 25 September 2026. Rules change, so confirm on the official page before you apply. Nothing here guarantees a visa.
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