New Zealand Pathway Student Visa Changes from 20 July 2026
From 20 July 2026, Immigration New Zealand is making three changes to the New Zealand Pathway Student Visa. Eligible Year 12 and 13 students moving into tertiary study will have more flexibility if they change disciplines; more lower-level study pathways will be eligible; and some students will be able to spend up to 30 weeks […]
AUT Accepts the Duolingo English Test: 2026 Score Requirements for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees
Big news for international students: Auckland University of Technology (AUT) accepts the Duolingo English Test (DET) as proof of English proficiency — making AUT one of the New Zealand universities where you can qualify with an affordable, at-home English test. In this guide, we break down the AUT Duolingo score requirements alongside the full AUT […]
ICEF Agency Status Announcement
Novo Education Achieves ICEF Agency Status We are proud to announce that Novo Education has officially been awarded ICEF Agency Status, a globally recognized accreditation that reflects our commitment to quality, professionalism, and ethical standards in international education services. This recognition places our organization among a trusted network of agencies worldwide and reinforces our dedication […]
NZ’s Bold Move: International Students Can Now Work 25 Hours Weekly
More Work Hours, More Opportunity for International Students in NZ New Zealand’s government recently raised the cap on in-study work hours for international students from 20 to 25 hours per week. This policy shift, effective from November 3, 2025, aligns with the country’s broader International Education Going for Growth Plan, aimed at boosting student satisfaction, economic […]
How to Write a Statement of Purpose (SOP) for a New Zealand Student Visa — Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid
In this article, we will focus on writing your Statement of Purpose (SOP). By the end of this article, you should: Understand what the SOP is used for by the immigration officer, and why it is so important Be able to identify key mistakes that many people make when writing their SOP Understand that the […]
The Truth About New Zealand Student Visa Funds: Do Your Funds Have To Be Six Months Old?
You may have heard the following statement online or heard it from a student visa agent, but is it true? Your funds must be in a bank account for at least six months to be accepted by Immigration New Zealand. If your funds are less than six months old, then your application will be declined. […]
New Zealand Border Reopening & What It Means To You
The New Zealand government revealed its plan to reopen the country's borders on 3 February. The plan established a five-step approach for reopening borders starting on February 28, 2022, with the
New Zealand 2022 Border Reopening | Our Team Answers Your Questions
Nearly 20 months after New Zealand closed its borders to non-residents, we can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. On Wednesday, New Zealand COVID-19 Response Minister
1,000 More International Students Will Return to New Zealand
The New Zealand government has approved a further extension of the border class exception for 1,000 international students, which will allow more students and their families to return from the
New Zealand One-off 2021 Resident Visa
On 30 September 2021, the Government announced a new one-off residence visa pathway for some temporary work visa holders currently in New Zealand. Some people arriving in New Zealand between