New Zealand

To apply for a New Zealand visa:Applicants should be aware that applying online is the recommended way to submit their New Zealand visa application. Gather your documentation, scan it, and prepare all of your primary and supporting papers in PDF format. Ensure you have scanned and attached a photo of yourself. Applicants are advised to check the official website for the embassy's needed picture criteria. Depending on the applicant's history, the New Zealand High Commission typically requires 63 calendar days to process a visa. Thus, in order to start their courses, students must apply for their visas at least three months in advance. Finish your online application – You must first register online and complete the form.

Both University of Otago and University of Auckland are highly regarded universities in New Zealand. Here are some points to consider:University of Auckland:The University of Auckland is ranked number 1 in New Zealand university rankings and is the largest and the highest-ranked university in the country.The rankings of University of Auckland are: # 68 QS World University 2024, # 150 Times Higher Education 2024, # 87 QS World University 2023.The University of Auckland has more funding in research than the University of Otago.The University of Otago is ranked number 2 in New Zealand university rankings, just behind the University of Auckland.The rankings of University of Otago are: # 206 QS World University 2024, # 301 Times Higher Education 2024, # 217 QS World University 2023.It's known for its academic excellence and produces globally employable graduates.The University of Otago offers a unique student experience, with opportunities to meet new people, participate in social and cultural events, and receive academic support.

The neccesary documents required in the visa process for University of Otago, New Zealand include:Valid passport: Upon your stay in New Zealand, your passport has to be valid for at least three months.Filled-out Application for Student Visa (INZ 1012)An offer of admission: A space must be extended to you by a New Zealand institution or university. Typically, the forms are sent upon the receipt of the tuition payments.A confirmation letter from your present university stating that you are enrolled in a study abroad programmeReceipt for health insuranceYou may be required to show Health and Character certificatesTwo passport-sized photographsScores from tests that your college required, such as TOEFL, GRE, or GMAT scores.

 International students need to show sufficient funds for getting a New Zealand student visa. Students need to show NZ$ 20,000 for a full year of study or NZ$ 1,250 per month for getting a New Zealand study visa.Cost of New Zealand Student Visa ApplicationNew Zealand Visa Cost: Students who are submitting their Student Visa Application online are required to pay a base Visa fee of NZD 375 which is INR 19,200 (approximately).Candidates who are applying for their Student Visa online from New Delhi are required to pay NZD 430 which is INR 22,000 (approximately) as the receiving centre fees.Those applying for a student visa in New Zealand on paper (offline mode) should note that the immigration costs would be INR 22,600, in addition to this students are required to pay a receiving Centre fee of INR 1,520.