Bureaucracy
Visa, documents and obligations during the course
Countries · Student guide
New Zealand
In-depth guide for international students
Updated on Sep 10, 2026
Cost of living
High
Typical spending band for a student
Language
English / Māori
Main language to handle day to day
Currency
NZD
Local currency for banking and payments
Visas
Medium
Typical visa/permit process complexity
City guides
Cities in New Zealand
Neighborhoods, rent, universities, transport and safety: everything you need to choose where to move.
Auckland
- from 280 EURroom/month
- 1universities
- 4neighborhoods
Auckland is a major university destination in New Zealand. Compare housing, campus access, public transport and contract conditions on the exact address before committing.
Open city guideWellington- from 260 EURroom/month
- 1universities
- 4neighborhoods
Wellington is a major university destination in New Zealand. Compare housing, campus access, public transport and contract conditions on the exact address before committing.
Open city guideChristchurch- from 240 EURroom/month
- 1universities
- 4neighborhoods
Christchurch is a major university destination in New Zealand. Compare housing, campus access, public transport and contract conditions on the exact address before committing.
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