New Zealand Student Visa Processing Time - Check State-wise Approval Percentage

New Zealand Student Visa Process: New Zealand (NZ) Immigration centre is committed to delivering the fastest possible services for New Zealand Student Visa applicants. The center considers every application individually to make sure it aligns with the country's immigration policy and regulations. The duration of the application depends on the nature of the New Zealand Student Visa application.
What is the New Zealand Student Visa Processing Time?
The table below shows the average NZ Student Visa Processing time with reference to the education institution. The below mentioned NZ Student Visa Processing Time shows the combined time for the most common student visas used by international students.
Total NZ Student Visa Processed |
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50% completed within
75% completed within
90% completed within
Education Provider
Universities
15 days
28 days
50 days
Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs)
29 days
52 days
4 months
Private Training Establishments (PTEs)
24 days
45 days
70 days
Schools
10 days
17 days
28 days
An NZ Student Visa application is completed when the New Zealand immigration centre has granted the visa or declined the application.
Also read
- Reasons for rejection of New Zealand Student Visa
- Student Guide to New Zealand (NZ)
- Study in New Zealand: Timeline for February 2020 intake
New Zealand Student Visa Process – The India Market
With state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class facilities and a student-friendly environment, New Zealand have gradually developed itself as a top study abroad destination for the Indian students. The top universities in New Zealand are able to provide students with degrees that are recognized at a global scale, favorable NZ post-study work options and an opportunity for a better future. Below are a number of case studies of the visa approval rates that reflect the relative ease or difficulty of verifying information across India and its states.
New Zealand Study Visa Process – A Brief Study
Below is a table that shows the number of Indians who have applied for the NZ Student Visa and the approval rate for the same for the years 2014 till 2017 (May).
Time Frame |
Total Decisions |
Approval % |
---|---|---|
2017 (to 31 May) |
4,512 |
65% |
2016 |
16,312 |
46% |
2015 |
25,682 |
49% |
2014 |
19,570 |
61% |
The table below shows the number of Indians who have applied with reference to the education provider from the period of 1 January to 31 May 2017 and their approval percentage.
Education Provider |
Total Decisions |
Approval % |
---|---|---|
Private Training Establishments (PTEs) |
1799 |
48 |
Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) |
2151 |
72 |
Universities |
519 |
95 |
Also Read
- Job prospects for Indians who have studied in New Zealand
- Part-time work options in New Zealand for international students
- Changes in Post-Study Work Rights for International Students in New Zealand
The table below shows the total number of Indians who have applied for a New Zealand Student Visa State-wise in reference to the type of Education Provider and the Approval rate for the same, for the period 1 January – 31 May 2017.
Indian States |
Applicants/Approval % |
Total |
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Andhra Pradesh |
PTE Total Decisions: 45 Approval %: 31 |
Total Decisions: 119 Approval %: 55 |
ITP Total Decisions: 47 Approval %: 60 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 26 Approval %: 92 |
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Delhi |
PTE Total Decisions: 94 Approval %: 68 |
Total Decisions: 249 Approval %: 76 |
ITP Total Decisions: 125 Approval %: 78 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 28 Approval %: 89 |
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Gujarat |
PTE Total Decisions: 206 Approval %: 41 |
Total Decisions: 527 Approval %: 62 |
ITP Total Decisions: 289 Approval %: 75 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 27 Approval %: 85 |
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Jammu & Kashmir |
PTE Total Decisions: 21 Approval %: 52 |
Total Decisions: 39 Approval %: 56 |
ITP Total Decisions: 14 Approval %: 57 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 03 Approval %: 100 |
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Karnataka |
PTE Total Decisions: 31 Approval %: 74 |
Total Decisions: 111 Approval %: 82 |
ITP Total Decisions: 41 Approval %: 73 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 39 Approval %: 97 |
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Kerala |
PTE Total Decisions: 76 Approval %: 47 |
Total Decisions: 384 Approval %: 74 |
ITP Total Decisions: 259 Approval %: 78 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 47 Approval %: 96 |
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Madhya Pradesh
|
PTE Total Decisions: 07 Approval %: 43 |
Total Decisions: 28 Approval %: 68 |
ITP Total Decisions: 20 Approval %: 75 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 01 Approval %: 100 |
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Maharashtra |
PTE Total Decisions: 91 Approval %: 71 |
Total Decisions: 705 Approval %: 82 |
ITP Total Decisions: 189 Approval %: 78 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 124 Approval %: 95 |
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Punjab/Chandigarh |
PTE Total Decisions: 852 Approval %: 44 |
Total Decisions: 1620 Approval %: 55 |
ITP Total Decisions: 722 Approval %: 66 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 31 Approval %: 100 |
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Rajasthan |
PTE Total Decisions: 83 Approval %: 48 |
Total Decisions: 135 Approval %: 54 |
ITP Total Decisions: 40 Approval %: 68 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 11 Approval %: 100 |
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Tamil Nadu |
PTE Total Decisions: 32 Approval %: 63 |
Total Decisions: 189 Approval %: 80 |
ITP Total Decisions: 100 Approval %: 77 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 54 Approval %: 96 |
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Uttar Pradesh |
PTE Total Decisions: 47 Approval %: 38 |
Total Decisions: 118 Approval %: 65 |
ITP Total Decisions: 54 Approval %: 83 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 13 Approval %: 92 |
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Uttarakhand |
PTE Total Decisions: 10 Approval %: 20 |
Total Decisions: 42 Approval %: 52 |
ITP Total Decisions: 23 Approval %: 52 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 09 Approval %: 89 |
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West Bengal |
PTE Total Decisions: 12 Approval %: 42 |
Total Decisions: 33 Approval %: 76 |
ITP Total Decisions: 09 Approval %: 89 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 12 Approval %: 100 |
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Haryana |
PTE Total Decisions: 106 Approval %: 52 |
Total Decisions: 224 Approval %: 60 |
ITP Total Decisions: 97 Approval %: 62 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 20 Approval %: 90 |
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Himachal Pradesh |
PTE Total Decisions: 08 Approval %: 50 |
Total Decisions: 15 Approval %: 60 |
ITP Total Decisions: 06 Approval %: 67% |
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Universities Total Decisions: 01 Approval %: 100 |
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Total |
PTE Total Decisions: 1799 Approval %: 48 |
Total Decisions: 4512 Approval %: 65 |
ITP Total Decisions: 2151 Approval %: 72 |
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Universities Total Decisions: 519 Approval %: 95 |
Note: the figures have been sourced from the official New Zealand Immigration website.
A lot of times, candidates are worried about the length of the duration. Rest assured, they should be informed that the New Zealand Student Visa Process is a very thorough system and they only ensure the best for the student and the country. Students can always check online for the status of their New Zealand Student Visa. The link to the same can be found on the official New Zealand Website.
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