For students in Nepal
Course choice, applications and your Fee Paying Student Visa, handled with a counselor at our offices in Kathmandu, Birgunj and Janakpur.
9+ partner universities in New Zealand
Post Study Work Visa
3 years
after a master's or doctorate studied in New Zealand. Bachelor's graduates get a visa matching their study length, up to 3 years.
25
hours a week
work during study
NZ$20,000
a year
living funds to show
Why New Zealand
Why students from Nepal choose New Zealand.
Study in New Zealand from Nepal: costs, student visa, intakes, scholarships and partner universities for Nepali students. Admission support from Admizz.
Study in New Zealand from Nepal: costs, student visa, intakes, scholarships and partner universities for Nepali students. Admission support from Admizz.
Study in New Zealand from Nepal: costs, student visa, intakes, scholarships and partner universities for Nepali students. Admission support from Admizz.
Study in New Zealand from Nepal: costs, student visa, intakes, scholarships and partner universities for Nepali students. Admission support from Admizz.
Costs
Typical tuition, plus the living-cost amount Immigration New Zealand asks you to show for your visa.
| Bachelor's | NZ$35k – NZ$55k |
| Master's | Varies by university and course |
| PhD | NZ$6.5k – NZ$7.5k |
| Living funds (to show) | NZ$20,000 / yr |
| Student visa fee | From NZ$850 |
| Post Study Work Visa fee | From NZ$1,670 |
Tuition: bachelor's range from Study with New Zealand (updated March 2025), master's varies by university; living costs for a budget are about NZ$20,000–27,000 a year (Auckland and Wellington universities); medicine and veterinary science cost more. Living funds and visa fees: Immigration New Zealand, checked October 2026.
Visa steps
You apply online for a Fee Paying Student Visa. Immigration New Zealand lists average waits of about 2.5 weeks for universities and 4.5 weeks for polytechnics, but advises students from Nepal to apply at least 3 months before travel.
Pick a course at an approved education provider. We shortlist with you.
Get your offer letter showing the course, length and fees.
With an INZ panel physician. Needed for stays over 6 months.
From Nepal Police, if you are 17+ and will stay 24 months or more.
Online only (fee from NZ$850), with proof of funds and insurance. Apply at least 3 months before travel.
Your visa is sent by email. Then we brief you before you fly.
Intakes
February has the widest choice of courses. Apply early.
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Scholarships
We check which of these you qualify for in your first consultation.
Fully funded postgraduate study for eligible Nepali citizens.
NZ Government (MFAT)
Up to NZ$10,000 off first-year tuition, based on merit.
University of Auckland
International PhD students in New Zealand pay local fee rates.
NZ Government
Merit scholarships towards tuition at most universities.
Universities
FAQs
Common questions about studying in New Zealand from Nepal.
Yes. After Grade 12 you can apply for a diploma or a bachelor's degree. Entry grades and English scores depend on the course.
Most providers ask for IELTS (usually 6.0 for bachelor's and 6.5 for postgraduate) or an accepted equivalent such as PTE or TOEFL.
NZ$20,000 for each year of study for living costs, plus proof your tuition is paid. For courses under a year it is NZ$1,667 a month.
Yes. Eligible students can work up to 25 hours a week during study and full-time in scheduled holidays.
Up to 3 years, depending on your qualification and how long you studied in New Zealand. Master's and doctoral graduates can get 3 years.
A chest X-ray from an INZ panel physician if you will stay over 6 months. A police certificate if you are 17+ and will stay 24 months or more.
6 to 9 months before you want to start. Main intakes are February and July.
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3 offices in Nepal
Free first consultation with our New Zealand team, in person or on a call.
Kathmandu
Putalisadak
Get directions →Birgunj
Ghanta Ghar
Visit Birgunj page →Janakpur
Vishwakarma Chowk
Visit Janakpur page →
MOES
Licensed by the Ministry of Education and Sports, Government of Nepal
TITI
Counselors trained and certified by the Training Institute for Technical Instruction (TITI)
British Council
Our counselors are British Council certified