Study in New Zealand from Bangladesh

Safe, smaller classes and practical degrees with work rights for eligible students.

Quick answer: Students apply for a Fee Paying Student Visa after receiving an offer of place from an approved education provider.

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Living funds

NZD 20,000 a year (1 year or more) or NZD 1,667 a month

Official source, re-check due

Tuition proof

Paid for 1 year or the full programme if shorter

Official source, re-check due

Work

Up to 25 hours a week in term for eligible students

Official source, re-check due

Intakes

February and July

Confirm with counsellor

Tuition

About NZD 25,000 to 45,000 a year

Confirm with counsellor

Bangladesh-specific notes

Check that the provider is approved and the course qualifies for work rights.

Step-by-step from Dhaka

Get an offer of place.
Pay tuition as required.
Apply online to Immigration New Zealand with funds proof.
Complete medical and police checks if asked.

Document checklist

The university and the visa authority decide the final list. Our counsellor confirms yours.

Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

Cost of studying in New Zealand (estimate)

Per year	NZD	BDT (approx.)
Tuition (range)	NZD 25,000 to NZD 45,000	BDT 18.2 lakh to BDT 32.9 lakh
Living (typical)	NZD 20,004	BDT 14.6 lakh

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to study in New Zealand from Bangladesh?

Indicative tuition is NZD 25,000 to NZD 45,000 a year (about BDT 18.2 lakh to BDT 32.9 lakh), plus living costs of roughly NZD 20,004 a year (about BDT 14.6 lakh). Official visa funds rules are listed on this page.

Which documents do Bangladeshi students need for New Zealand?

Usually your passport, academic certificates and transcripts, an English test result, statement of purpose, and sponsor financial documents. The full list and Bangladesh-specific notes are on this page.

Can I work while studying in New Zealand?

Up to 25 hours a week in term for eligible students. Check the current rule on the official immigration page.

What are the intakes in New Zealand?

February and July. Apply 6 to 10 months before the intake you want.