How to apply for a Student Visa

Spanish citizens wishing to study for up to three months

If you are a Spanish citizen who intends to study one course in New Zealand for up to three months, you do not need to apply for a visa before travelling. However on arrival in New Zealand you must:

• hold a valid return or outward ticket to a country where you have the right of entry
• be able to show that you have sufficient money to support yourself during your stay ($NZ3000/Eur1500)(cash, travellers cheques or credit cards will be accepted)
• hold a passport valid for three months past the date you plan to leave New Zealand
• stay in New Zealand only for the length of time granted on arrival

If you are a Spanish citizen and you are intending to study full time in New Zealand for more than three months, you must apply for a Student Visa before you depart.

You can check the requirements and download the Student Visa application form NZIS1012  from the Immigration New Zealand website. 

Health Requirements

Spanish citizens who intend to be in New Zealand for more than six months must complete a Temporary Entry X-Ray Certificate (NZIS 1096) with an approved NZIS Panel Radiologist.

Spanish citizens who intend to be in New Zealand for more than 12 months must complete a Medical and X-Ray Certificate (NZIS 1007) with an approved NZIS Panel Doctor.

For a list of NZIS approved Panel Doctors, please refer to Immigration New Zealand website.

You should deliver or courier your completed application form for a Student Visa, all other documents to:

Visa Application Centre
TT Visa Services Ltd
2nd Floor
Mimet House
5A Praed Street
London
W2 1NJ
UNITED KINGDOM
Phone: +44 207 262 0489
www.ttsnzvisa.com
Email. ttslondonnz@ttepl.com

Processing time: Please check with the London Branch of the New Zealand Immigration Service.

Travel Insurance

All travellers to New Zealand should purchase their own travel insurance. If you are injured in an accident in New Zealand, you may need the help of ACC, the Accident Compensation Commission. ACC injury cover is not an alternative to travel, medical or income protection insurance. ACC does not cover illness or reimburse you for loss of income or treatment costs in your home country. For more information, visit the website of the Accident Compensation Commission.

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