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NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa

This is a New Zealand visa processed by Immigration New Zealand (INZ).

Verified from Immigration New Zealand on 2026-04-20

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Processing Time (p50–p80)

5.1 months to 6.5 months

Updated 2026-04-20 · Source: Immigration New Zealand

The current processing time for NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa is 5.1 months to 6.5 months. This data was last updated on 2026-04-20 from Immigration New Zealand.

About This Visa

If you are funded by a New Zealand scholarship administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) or Education New Zealand (ENZ), you can apply to study full-time on this visa.

Percentile Breakdown

50th percentile (median)4 months
80th percentile5 months

Times shown in working days. Calendar time may be longer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa take?

Current processing time for NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa is 5.1 months to 6.5 months, based on the latest data from Immigration New Zealand.

When was NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa processing time data last updated?

The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Immigration New Zealand.

What factors affect NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa processing time?

Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.

Source: Source: WaitVisa.com — Immigration New Zealand, updated 2026-04-20