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

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

How do I find out about the webinar dates?

If you have received accepted an unconditional offer or accepted a conditional offer you will receive an email invitation to this webinars series a few months prior to you study start. Alternatively you can watch the recordings above..

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.