Renewing your student visa

Most students must renew their student visa each year. You can do this yourself online or by paper.

Before you apply

You’ll need to show evidence:

  • of how you did on the course — your academic performance
  • of the progress you made, and
  • that you attended enough classes.

Your education provider gives you this information.

Note: Your visa may not be renewed if you have not passed your course, although that depends on why you failed and if you might fail again.

Renew your visa online or by paper

Renewing your student visa is the same process as applying for a student visa. A Pathway Student Visa is the only exception.

Applying for a student visa

Student visas you do not need to renew

A Pathway Student Visa gives you up to 5 years of study on 3 different courses one after another. If you meet all the requirements of the course you’re studying, you do not need to renew your visa.

Pathway student visa — Immigration New Zealand

Who to contact for more help

If you need more help or have questions about the information or services on this page, contact the following agency.

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