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Business Standard
6 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
New Zealand makes student visas digital-only, Indians to see easier access
New Zealand has shifted all student visa applications to a digital-only format through Immigration New Zealand's upgraded Immigration Online system. The rollout comes a month after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's government set out its ambition to double the size of the country's international education market by 2034. First category under long-term programme Student visas are the first to be moved entirely under the government's seven-year 'Our Future Services' programme, which is designed to modernise visa processing and improve user experience, according to Immigration New Zealand (INZ), the operational processing arm of New Zealand government's immigration system. The change applies to: • Fee paying student visa • Pathway visa • English language visa • Exchange visa • New Zealand government scholarship visa • Foreign government-supported student visa 'Our ambition is to provide a trusted, world-class immigration service. Customers and staff are at the heart of our future services, ensuring a simpler, faster, and more transparent visa experience,' said Immigration New Zealand. Transition timeline Applicants who lodged their forms before August 17, 2025, on the old platform will still be processed there and do not need to reapply. But draft applications left incomplete must be submitted by September 17, 2025, or they will be deleted. From then on, only the new system will be operational. Paper-based applications will no longer be accepted. Immigration New Zealand has advised students to apply at least three months before travelling to avoid delays during the peak period. The digital transition is part of a plan to bring all visa categories, including visitor, work and permanent residency, into one integrated platform. Officials say this will shorten waiting times, improve transparency, and offer more self-service options. Growth strategy for international education Luxon's government unveiled its 'Going for Growth' strategy on July 14, 2025, with a target of doubling the sector's value to NZ\$7.2 billion by 2034. The plan also seeks to raise student enrolments from 83,700 in 2024 to 119,000 by 2034. Rising interest from Indian students New Zealand is becoming increasingly popular with Indian students. Between January and August 2024, enrolments from India rose 34 per cent to 10,640, compared with 7,930 for the full year of 2023, according to Education New Zealand. 'New Zealand provides welcoming policies, globally recognised universities and developing post-study work possibilities. It also offers strong ties with India and an exceptional quality of life,' said IDP Education in a report. Data shows Indian students now account for 11 per cent of international university enrolments, second only to Chinese students. Global rankings reinforce the attraction. New Zealand placed 12th on Global Finance's 2025 list of the world's happiest countries, topped Remote's Global Life-Work Balance Index 2025, and ranked third on the Global Peace Index. The University Living report Beyond Beds & Benches described New Zealand's universities as 'globally respected for academic excellence, research innovation and real-world skills.' 'These institutions offer diverse programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels, drawing students from around the world,' said Maheswari. 'With global mobility rising, especially in STEM and business fields, streamlined systems can give countries like New Zealand an edge over Australia, the UK and Canada,' said Aritra Ghosal, founder and CEO at OneStep Global.
India Today
14-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
New Zealand plans to double global student market by 2034, eases work rules
New Zealand has unveiled an ambitious plan to double the size of its international education sector by 2034, aiming to position the country as a global hub for talent and New Zealand government announced new steps to boost its foreign student numbers by easing work regulations and increasing its global appeal to high-potential education sector, which suffered major setbacks during the COVID-19 pandemic, is expected to be worth NZ$6 billion annually by 2034, up from the current NZ$3.7 International student enrolment growth is expected by the government from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034 and double its value to the WORK RULES FOR GRADUATESIn a bid to attract international students, the government has decided to relax employment rules for Minister Erica Stanford said, "With international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to 'supercharge that growth track' to reach NZ$7.2 billion ($4.32 billion) by 2034."The new regulations will allow international students with a bachelor's degree or higher qualification to stay and work in the country for up to three years after AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTHThe strategy also involves improving visa settings, creating new policies that target global talent, and ensuring that graduates contribute to sectors that benefit the national economy."In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," Stanford updated approach follows a steep decline in international enrolments during the pandemic, when New Zealand enforced strict border sector has been a major source of revenue and talent for universities, polytechnics, and schools across the country.A HIGH-VALUE EDUCATION SECTORAccording to the plan, New Zealand will work to attract students from diverse countries, not just its traditional markets. The government wants international graduates to feel welcomed and supported, with clear employment opportunities government is also seeking stronger partnerships with education institutions and employers to align education programmes with industry these changes, New Zealand hopes to rebuild its global reputation as a trusted and attractive destination for international students and skilled migrants.(With inputs from Reuters)- Ends
Reuters
14-07-2025
- Business
- Reuters
New Zealand aims to double foreign international education market by 2034
WELLINGTON, July 14 (Reuters) - New Zealand plans to double its international education market by 2034 by offering incentives that include relaxing rules around foreign students working part-time while studying, the government said on Monday. Education Minister Erica Stanford said in a statement that with international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to "supercharge that growth track" to reach NZ$7.2 billion ($4.32 billion) by 2034. The announcement comes as wildly popular international student destinations Australia and the United States look to reduce foreign students, with universities in competing markets vying to capitalise on those restrictions. "In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," Stanford added. New Zealand's international education market is currently worth NZ$3.6 billion to the economy and the government. The government wants to see international student enrolments grow from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034 and double its value to the economy. To encourage more foreign students to come to New Zealand, the government plans to increase the part-time work hours for eligible international students from 20 to 25, as well as extending eligibility for work rights to all tertiary students in approved exchange or study abroad programmes. U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has curbed visas for foreign students, especially those from China. In May, the White House revoked Harvard University's ability to enrol foreign students, a move later blocked by a federal judge. Australia's government capped the enrolment number of new international students to 270,000 for 2025, in an effort to rein in record migration that has contributed to a spike in home rental prices. For New Zealand, which has struggled with soft growth, the move is the latest in a spate of measures to improve an ailing economy, following changes to visa settings to encourage digital nomads and attract foreign investment. ($1 = 1.6672 New Zealand dollars)
The Advertiser
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
NZ plan to double foreign international student market
New Zealand's government has released a plan aimed at doubling its international education market, which includes relaxing rules around international students working part-time. Education Minister Erica Stanford says with international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to "supercharge that growth track" to $NZ7.2 billion ($A6.58 billion) by 2034. "In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," she added. New Zealand's international education market is currently worth $NZ3.6 billion to the economy and the government would like to double that over the next decade and wants to see international student enrolments grow from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034. This comes as countries including Australia look to reduce foreign students due to the impact on house prices and the impact on the university experience for domestic students. To encourage more foreign students to come to New Zealand, the government plans to increase the number of hours that eligible international students can work to 25 hours from 20 hours and extend which foreign students are allowed to work in New Zealand while studying. New Zealand's government has released a plan aimed at doubling its international education market, which includes relaxing rules around international students working part-time. Education Minister Erica Stanford says with international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to "supercharge that growth track" to $NZ7.2 billion ($A6.58 billion) by 2034. "In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," she added. New Zealand's international education market is currently worth $NZ3.6 billion to the economy and the government would like to double that over the next decade and wants to see international student enrolments grow from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034. This comes as countries including Australia look to reduce foreign students due to the impact on house prices and the impact on the university experience for domestic students. To encourage more foreign students to come to New Zealand, the government plans to increase the number of hours that eligible international students can work to 25 hours from 20 hours and extend which foreign students are allowed to work in New Zealand while studying. New Zealand's government has released a plan aimed at doubling its international education market, which includes relaxing rules around international students working part-time. Education Minister Erica Stanford says with international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to "supercharge that growth track" to $NZ7.2 billion ($A6.58 billion) by 2034. "In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," she added. New Zealand's international education market is currently worth $NZ3.6 billion to the economy and the government would like to double that over the next decade and wants to see international student enrolments grow from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034. This comes as countries including Australia look to reduce foreign students due to the impact on house prices and the impact on the university experience for domestic students. To encourage more foreign students to come to New Zealand, the government plans to increase the number of hours that eligible international students can work to 25 hours from 20 hours and extend which foreign students are allowed to work in New Zealand while studying. New Zealand's government has released a plan aimed at doubling its international education market, which includes relaxing rules around international students working part-time. Education Minister Erica Stanford says with international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to "supercharge that growth track" to $NZ7.2 billion ($A6.58 billion) by 2034. "In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," she added. New Zealand's international education market is currently worth $NZ3.6 billion to the economy and the government would like to double that over the next decade and wants to see international student enrolments grow from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034. This comes as countries including Australia look to reduce foreign students due to the impact on house prices and the impact on the university experience for domestic students. To encourage more foreign students to come to New Zealand, the government plans to increase the number of hours that eligible international students can work to 25 hours from 20 hours and extend which foreign students are allowed to work in New Zealand while studying.
Perth Now
13-07-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
NZ plan to double foreign international student market
New Zealand's government has released a plan aimed at doubling its international education market, which includes relaxing rules around international students working part-time. Education Minister Erica Stanford says with international student enrolments steadily increasing since 2023, the government wants to "supercharge that growth track" to $NZ7.2 billion ($A6.58 billion) by 2034. "In the short term, Education New Zealand will focus its promotional efforts on markets with the highest potential for growth," she added. New Zealand's international education market is currently worth $NZ3.6 billion to the economy and the government would like to double that over the next decade and wants to see international student enrolments grow from 83,700 in 2024 to 105,000 in 2027 and 119,000 by 2034. This comes as countries including Australia look to reduce foreign students due to the impact on house prices and the impact on the university experience for domestic students. To encourage more foreign students to come to New Zealand, the government plans to increase the number of hours that eligible international students can work to 25 hours from 20 hours and extend which foreign students are allowed to work in New Zealand while studying.
