Dependent Child Student Visa processing time
As at 22 July 2026, 50% of recent Dependent Child Student Visa applications were processed within 3 weeks and 80% within 7 weeks, per Immigration New Zealand's published figures.
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Daily captures of INZ's published figures, in calendar days.
About this visa
Apply for this visa to bring your dependent children to study at primary or secondary school in New Zealand. You must have an appropriate work or student visa.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Dependent Child Student Visa take to process?
- As at 22 July 2026, Immigration New Zealand reports that 50% of recent Dependent Child Student Visa applications were completed within 3 weeks and 80% within 7 weeks. Individual applications can take longer, particularly if INZ requests further information.
- Why is my Dependent Child Student Visa application taking longer than the published time?
- The published figures are percentiles of recently decided applications, not a promise. Applications that are incomplete, need verification, or raise health, character or genuineness questions routinely exceed them. If your application is far outside the 80% figure, you can contact INZ or engage a licensed adviser or lawyer to follow up.
Application stuck or complicated?
A licensed adviser or lawyer can review where it is at. Send one enquiry and we will connect you with a licensed professional.
Other study visas
- English Language Student Visa
- Exchange Student Visa
- Fee Paying Student Visa
- Foreign Government Supported Student Visa
- NZ Government Scholarship Student Visa
- Pathway Student Visa
Source: Immigration New Zealand's published processing-time figures. General information, not immigration advice.