Immigration New Zealand has announced changes to Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) rules. These changes affect students studying Postgraduate Diplomas (PGDip) and Masters degrees.
What’s New?
- Students who complete 30 weeks of PGDip study and then move to a Masters can now get a PSWV based on their PGDip, even if their Masters is shorter than 30 weeks (note this is likely a 12-month PSWV)
- Students have 12 months from the end of their first qualification’s student visa to apply for a PSWV
For a 3-year PSWV, students still need to complete at least 30 weeks of full-time Masters study in New Zealand.
These changes give international students more flexibility in their study plans while keeping their work rights in New Zealand.
Need Help?
Contact any one of our 9 Licensed Immigration Advisers to discuss how these changes may affect you and how we can help.
