International Students in New Zealand to Resume Studies From July 31
Categories: US Education News
New Zealand’s government has announced that the country will officially reopen borders from July 31, 2022.From that date, international students on valid visas will also be able to enter New Zealand.According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Education, the reopening also means that more students in New Zealand will have the chance to study abroad and “become better connected global citizens.”Education Minister Chris Hipkins said that the return of international students would help to recover the education sector in New Zealand. Announcing the decision that borders will reopen, the ministry noted that the government has made immigration changes, some of which affect international students. The changes, which become effective between May 11 and July 31, 2022, include:
According to the ministry, these students can still apply for another visa after their student visa if they are allowed to, including by being paid the median salary or more in most cases.Over 5,000 international students have already received approval to enter New Zealand in mid-July as part of the country’s border exemptions. Students will be able to enter New Zealand after they receive visas.