Good News For Students Eyeing New Zealand
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16 July 2025
The New Zealand government has announced a series of changes under its newly launched International Education: Going for Growth Plan
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International students can now work 25 hours/week during terms starting November 3
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This change will apply to all new student visas issued from that date, regardless of when the application was submitted
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Students with 20-hour work limit can apply for a variation or new visa to get the extra 5 hours, with standard fees
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Work eligibility now includes students in approved exchange or one-semester Study Abroad programmes
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Students who switch education providers or downgrade their level of study will now be required to apply for a new student visa
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These changes are part of a broader effort to position New Zealand as a more accessible and appealing destination for international students
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New Zealand currently hosts nearly 41,000 student visa holders with in-study work rights
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