New Zealand Consulate-General Noumea, New Caledonia

Studying in New Zealand

The Ministry of Education website contains information about the New Zealand education system, New Zealand’s Code of Practice for the care of international students and a guide to living and studying in New Zealand.

New Zealand Educated provides international students with information and resources including links to institutions and courses and scholarships.

New Zealand Aid Programme Scholarships

Through the New Zealand Aid Programme, the New Zealand Government offers scholarships to citizens of some developing countries. See the scholarships section of the New Zealand Aid Programme website for details.

Student visas

Immigration New Zealand has information about how to apply for a student visa.

Visa waiver agreement for French passport holders

Under the visa waiver agreement, French passport holders are able to undertake one course of study in New Zealand without a visa for up to three months, provided they have return air tickets, a valid passport and proof of sufficient funds. To study in New Zealand for a period longer than three months, you will need to obtain a student visa.