New Zealand · for applicants from Nigeria
For international students studying full-time at an approved NZ education provider for more than 3 months. Requires an offer of place, proof of funds (living costs NZD $20,000/yr), tuition payment, health insurance, and intent to study genuinely.
Rules last verified: 20 August 2026 · by Elizabeth O
Embassy processing
Varies (Nigeria: expect added scrutiny)
Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£320
≈ ₦583,040
Insufficient / poorly-sourced funds
Funds too low or genuineness of source not shown.
Fix: Show NZD $20,000/yr from a clear, evidenced source over time.
Not a genuine student
Course/plan inconsistent with background or seen as migration.
Fix: Write a clear study plan linking course to goals.
No/insufficient health insurance
Insurance missing or inadequate.
Fix: Buy compliant insurance for the full stay.
Required
Valid passport
When: "all"
Offer of place from approved provider
When: "all"
Proof of funds (NZD $20,000/yr) + genuine source evidence
When: "all"
Proof of paid/funded tuition
When: "all"
Health insurance
When: "all"
Medical certificate / chest X-ray
When: "stay/length dependent"
Police certificate
When: "stay dependent"
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
Varies (Nigeria: expect added scrutiny)
These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
Student visa
£320
₦583,040
Total government fees
~£320
≈ ₦583,040
Proof of funds (must hold, not pay)
Living costs
£8,542
₦15,563,524
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1,822 NGN · 16 September 2026. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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