Pre-arrival and visa information webinars
Things you need to know when preparing for your studies in New Zealand at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland.
Preparing for life and study in Aotearoa New Zealand
Will you start studying with us soon? Going overseas to study is an exciting time but can also be challenging and no doubt you have a lot of questions.
Our webinar covers a range of topics to ensure you can prepare properly for study and life in Aotearoa New Zealand.
- Preparations for departure: Visas and insurance, what to bring, customs and biosecurity, accommodation, airport transfer
- Life in Auckland and New Zealand: Getting around, bank accounts, work rights and employment, safety
- New Zealand study environment
- Staying connected
- University 101: Orientation, support services, enrolment
How to apply for your visa as a NEW student
We host webinars to help you prepare for your University of Auckland visa application. Our experienced team talk about:
- The student visa application process
- The next steps after enrolling or receiving your offer
And you can ask questions too.
How do I find out about the webinar dates?
If you have received accepted an unconditional offer or accepted a conditional offer to start in the second half of the 2026 academic year, you will receive information about the upcoming webinars at the start of June.
Renewing your student visa as a returning student
If you are a returning international student and need to reapply for your student visa in the next few months and still have questions how to go about it, you can watch the webinar below and also download the presentation we gave.