USEFUL LINKS
NEW ZEALAND QUALIFICATION AUTHORITY
IMMIGRATION
Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the Immigration New Zealand, and can be viewed on their website at
MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE
International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. It is a requirement for all international students to have appropriate insurance while studying in New Zealand.
Imperial College of New Zealand will require a copy of your insurance policy at the time of enrolment. Below are the links provided for insurance information:
- Orbit Protect: https://www.orbitprotect.com
- Southern Cross: https://www.scti.co.nz/our-policies/international-student/insurance/
ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH SERVICES
Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at
ACCIDENT INSURANCE
The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at
COVID-19 INFO
New Zealand’s COVID-19 Protection Framework (traffic lights) has ended. With case numbers low, most COVID-19 rules were removed on 13 September 2022. Please refer to the detail COVID-19 INFO.