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.

Student on top of Mount Eden Auckland
Students on top of Mount Eden, Auckland

Pre-departure and arrival webinar

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 webinar

The International Office will  host a webinar to help you prepare for your University of Auckland visa application. Our experienced team talked 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 an unconditional offer or accepted a conditional offer for the 2025 academic year, you willl receive communication shortly to sign-up for our webinars May 2025.

Renewing your student visa as a returning student webinar

If you are a returning international student and need to reapply for your student visa in the next few months,  we will be hosting a webinar in early July 2025 to explain the process. Details will be added soon.