New Zealand to Launch Online Graduate Work Visa System
Immigration New Zealand will fully transition to online applications for its graduate work visas on November 16, 2026. This change impacts international students applying for the Post-Study Work Visa and the newly introduced Short-Term Graduate Work Visa.
From this date, Immigration New Zealand will no longer accept paper applications for the Post-Study Work Visa. However, applications submitted before November 15 will still be processed.
International students must apply within their eligibility periods and should not rely solely on the November 16 launch date. Graduates intending to stay in New Zealand after their studies should verify their student visa expiry dates and eligibility before the online system is implemented.
Additionally, on March 18, 2026, New Zealand introduced a six-month Short-Term Graduate Work Visa and expanded eligibility for the Post-Study Work Visa, enhancing pathways for international students into the workforce.
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