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Study visas

New Zealand student visas require consistent attendance satisfactory academic progress and genuine study intentions.
If you have attendance concerns academic progress issues or need a variation of conditions INZ will review your explanation and evidence carefully.

Choose your situation

    Attendance issues

Low attendance may raise concerns about your study intentions. INZ expects clear reasons supported by credible evidence.
We help you explain your situation and prepare supporting documents aligned with student visa requirements.

    Academic progress concerns

Failing papers poor grades or repeating courses may affect your visa. INZ reviews whether you are genuinely able to continue your study.
We assess your academic record and help you present a clear plan to support your continuation.

    Variation of conditions

If you need to change course provider location or programme you may need a Variation of Conditions or a new student visa.
We help you check requirements and prepare consistent evidence for your change request.

What INZ looks for in student visa issues

    INZ reviews

• attendance records
• academic performance
• reason for changes in course or provider
• genuine study intentions
• consistency between statements and documents
• whether you meet ongoing student visa requirements


Unclear or inconsistent information may lead to concerns or delays.

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How we prepare your study visa file

    Step 1 Understand your situation

We review attendance records academic results provider reports and reasons for any issues.

    Step 2 Identify risk points and rebuild

We prepare clear explanations supporting evidence and any documents needed for VOC or study continuation.

    Step 3 Prepare a decision ready file

We structure your file so INZ can easily review your attendance progress and intentions.

Not sure what INZ needs for your study visa issue?

Tell us your situation and we will help you understand your study visa options.

*General information only. Not individual legal advice. Immigration advice is provided by Licensed NZ Immigration Adviser.

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