{"id":1023604,"date":"2025-06-01T07:44:39","date_gmt":"2025-05-31T21:44:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/?p=1023604"},"modified":"2025-06-09T09:43:47","modified_gmt":"2025-06-08T23:43:47","slug":"apply-for-a-new-zealand-student-visa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-blogs\/apply-for-a-new-zealand-student-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply for a New Zealand Student Visa in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"1\">Introduction<\/h3><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"534\">Thinking about studying in New Zealand? You\u2019re not alone. Thousands of international students choose New Zealand every year for its quality education, safe environment, and strong path to permanent residency. But before anything else, you\u2019ll need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/nz-visa\/nz-student-visa\/\"><strong data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"533\">New Zealand student visa<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"632\">Here\u2019s a simple guide to help you understand the costs, requirements, and study options in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"2\">Why Study in New Zealand?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"697\">There are plenty of reasons:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"1126\">\n<li data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"822\">\n<p data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"822\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universitiesnz.ac.nz\/universities\"><strong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"726\">Top-quality education<\/strong><\/a>: Recognised worldwide, New Zealand&#8217;s universities and polytechnics rank high on global lists.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"923\">\n<p data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"923\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.govt.nz\/browse\/immigration-and-visas\/get-a-new-zealand-student-visa\/working-while-on-a-student-visa\/#:~:text=You%20can%20work%20up%20to,approved%20tertiary%2Dstudent%20exchange%20programme.\"><strong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"849\">Work while you study<\/strong><\/a>: Up to 20 hours per week during term time, and full-time during breaks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1008\">\n<p data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1008\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/nz-visa\/nz-post-study-work-visa\/\"><strong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"950\">Post-study work visa<\/strong><\/a>: Stay back and work for up to 3 years after graduation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1126\">\n<p data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1126\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/nz-visa\/nz-skilled-migrant-resident-visa\/\"><strong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1045\">Pathway to permanent residency<\/strong><\/a>: Studying in New Zealand is often the first step towards living there long-term.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1268\">And let\u2019s not forget\u2014New Zealand is visually stunning. Beaches, mountains, clean air, and a relaxed lifestyle make it a great place to live.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"3\">Study Options for International Students<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1389\">New Zealand offers a wide range of institutions. You can choose from:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1410\">1. Universities<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1551\">\n<li data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1438\">\n<p data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1438\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-the-univerisity-of-auckland\/\">University of Auckland<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1462\">\n<p data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1462\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-university-of-otago\/\">University of Otago<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1500\">\n<p data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1500\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-victoria-university-of-wellington\/\">Victoria University of Wellington<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1522\">\n<p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1522\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-massey-university\/\">Massey University<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1551\">\n<p data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1551\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-university-of-canterbury\/\">University of Canterbury<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1650\">These are ideal for students looking at degrees in engineering, IT, business, or health sciences.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1707\">2. Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs)<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1845\">\n<li data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1729\">\n<p data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1729\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-auckland-university-of-technology\/\">Auckland University of Technolog<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1948\">These are great for diploma or vocational courses in areas like hospitality, nursing, IT, and trades.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1995\">3. Private Training Establishments (PTEs)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2083\">These are perfect for short courses, foundation programs, or pathways to universities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2083\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/new-zealand-university\/nz-up-education-new-zealand\/\">UP Education<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Student Visa Requirements for New Zealand<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2193\">To apply for a <strong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2179\">New Zealand student visa<\/strong>, you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2523\">\n<li data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2245\">\n<p data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2245\">An Offer of Place from an approved institution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2323\">\n<p data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2323\">Proof of sufficient funds (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.studywithnewzealand.govt.nz\/en\/plan-your-studies\/cost-of-living#:~:text=When%20applying%20for%20a%20student,of%20your%20costs%20by%20working.\">at least NZD 20,000 per year<\/a> for living costs)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2356\">\n<p data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2356\">Tuition fee payment evidence<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2434\">\n<p data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2434\">A statement showing your genuine intention to study (called a GTE or SOP)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2470\">\n<p data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2470\">Medical and police certificates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2491\">\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2491\">A valid passport<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2523\">\n<p data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2523\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scti.co.nz\/our-policies\/international-student\">Health<\/a> and travel insurance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2646\">The application is submitted online through Immigration New Zealand, and in some cases, a visa interview may be required, Please contact SOL Edu &#8211; New Zealand to get your process started &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/nz\/#contact\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Cost of Studying in New Zealand in 2025<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2735\">Here\u2019s a approximate breakdown of estimated costs:<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"3204\">\n<thead data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2802\">\n<tr data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2802\">\n<th data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2772\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Item<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2802\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Estimated Cost (NZD)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"3204\">\n<tr data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2936\">\n<td data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2905\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Tuition Fees (UG\/PG per year)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2936\">22,000 \u2013 45,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"3003\">\n<td data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2972\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Living Costs<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3003\">20,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3070\">\n<td data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3039\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Visa Application Fee<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3070\">375<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3137\">\n<td data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3106\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Insurance (per year)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3137\">500 \u2013 700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3204\">\n<td data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3173\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Flight (one-way from India)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3204\">1,000 \u2013 1,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"sticky end-(--thread-content-margin) h-0 self-end select-none\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3262\"><strong data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3241\">Total Estimated First Year Cost<\/strong>: NZD 45,000 \u2013 70,000<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3349\">A polytechnic or PTE can often be more affordable depending on your course and goals.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Step-by-Step: How to Apply for a Student Visa<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ol>\n<li data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3445\">\n<p data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3445\">Choose your course and institution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3474\">\n<p data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3474\">Get your Offer of Place<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3522\">\n<p data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3522\">Organise your funds and required documents<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3563\">\n<p data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3563\">Apply online at immigration.govt.nz<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3611\">\n<p data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3611\">Wait for a decision (usually 4 to 6 weeks)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3612\" data-end=\"3676\">\n<p data-start=\"3615\" data-end=\"3676\">Book your flight and prepare for your new life in New Zealand<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Can You Work While Studying?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3716\" data-end=\"3755\">Yes. International students can work:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3756\" data-end=\"3836\">\n<li data-start=\"3756\" data-end=\"3800\">\n<p data-start=\"3758\" data-end=\"3800\">Up to 20 hours per week during semesters<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3801\" data-end=\"3836\">\n<p data-start=\"3803\" data-end=\"3836\">Full-time during scheduled breaks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3972\">This helps with expenses and builds valuable local work experience, which is helpful for your future career or residency applications.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >What Happens After Graduation?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"4014\" data-end=\"4080\">You can apply for a <strong data-start=\"4034\" data-end=\"4058\">Post Study Work Visa<\/strong>, which allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4082\" data-end=\"4234\">\n<li data-start=\"4082\" data-end=\"4151\">\n<p data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4151\">Work in New Zealand for 1 to 3 years (based on your course level)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4184\">\n<p data-start=\"4154\" data-end=\"4184\">Gain skilled work experience<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4185\" data-end=\"4234\">\n<p data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4234\">Later apply for permanent residency if eligible<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >How SOL Edu \u2013 New Zealand Can Help You<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p data-start=\"4583\" data-end=\"4721\">We know this process can feel overwhelming. That\u2019s where we come in. 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