Post Study Work Visa Eligibility
Planning to stay and gain valuable work experience after graduation?
A Post-Study Work Visa may allow eligible international students to remain in New Zealand and work after completing their qualification.
Understanding the eligibility requirements early can help you make informed decisions about your study pathway and future career opportunities.
Explore the key criteria below to see if you may qualify.
Post Study Work Visa Eligibility Details
Programme Name |
Level |
Eligibility |
More Info |
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BEAUTY |
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New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy |
4 |
No post study work rights. | |
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New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy |
5 |
Eligible for the new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa (open work visa). | Click here |
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BUSINESS |
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Bachelor of Applied Management |
7 |
Eligible for an open Post Study Work Visa for up to 3 years. | Click here |
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New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting) |
5 |
Eligible for the new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa (open work visa). | Click here |
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New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) |
5 |
Eligible for the new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa (open work visa). | Click here |
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Masters of Professional Practice (*Pending NZQA Approval) |
9 |
Eligible for an open Post Study Work Visa for up to 3 years. |
Click here |
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COOKERY |
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New Zealand Diploma in Professional Cookery (*Course page coming soon) |
4/5 |
Eligible for the new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa (open work visa). | Click here |
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DESIGN AND ARTS |
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Bachelor of Design and Arts |
7 |
Eligible for an open Post Study Work Visa for up to 3 years. | Click here |
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New Zealand Diploma in Arts and Design |
5 |
Eligible for the new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa (open work visa). | Click here |
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New Zealand Diploma in Arts and Design |
6 |
Eligible for the new 6-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa (open work visa). | Click here |
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ENGINEERING |
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Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Highways) |
7 |
Eligible for an open Post Study Work Visa for up to 1 year under the new eligibility criteria. | Click here |
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FOUNDATION |
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New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways |
4 |
No post study work rights. | |
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NURSING AND WELLNESS |
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Bachelor of Nursing |
7 |
Eligible for an open Post Study Work Visa for up to 3 years. | Click here |
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New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing |
5 |
Graduates may be eligible for an open Post Study Work Visa of up to 1 year. Enrolled Nurse is also a Green List Tier 1 (Straight to Residence) occupation, offering a potential pathway to residence for eligible graduates who meet Immigration New Zealand requirements. |
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New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) with strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support |
4 |
No post study work rights. | |
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PRIMARY INDUSTRIES |
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New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Dairy Farming) |
3/4 |
Qualification eligible for a Post Study Work Visa for employment as a Dairy Cattle Farmer, subject to meeting Immigration New Zealand's Post Study Work Visa requirements. | Click here |
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New Zealand Certificate in Conservation (Operations) |
4 |
No post study work rights. |
Need help?
For questions or further information, please contact our International Team at [email protected]