Post Study Work Visa
Who it's for: People who have finished a qualification in New Zealand and want to stay and work afterwards.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 1 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Money to show: NZ$5,000
- Main fee: NZ$1,670
- Family can join: Yes
- Can lead to permanent residence: Possible
- Decision time: 3 weeks
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | NZ$1,670 | — | immigration.govt.nzOfficial · 1 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | NZ$5,000 | — | immigration.govt.nzOfficial · 1 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
5 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Money to showNZ$5,000Official wording
“have at least NZD $5,000 to pay your living expenses”
Main feeNZ$1,670Official wording
“Cost From NZD $1670”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“support visas for your partner and dependent children — your partner can apply for a work visa and your children can apply for student visas”
Can lead to permanent residencePossibleOfficial wording
“Can lead to a resident visa Yes”
Decision time3 weeksOfficial wording
“Processing time 80% within 3 weeks”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Salary threshold; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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