International student support

International students at AUT can see our friendly team at the AUT Student Hub for advice on living and studying in New Zealand.

Who we can help

We can help students and parents of students who need a visa and permit to study in New Zealand.

You are NOT defined as an international student if you:

• Are a New Zealand citizen
• Are a citizen of the Cook Islands, Niue or Tokelau
• Hold a New Zealand Resident Visa
• Hold a New Zealand Permanent Resident visa
• Are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia

Questions about your student visa? Book an online appointment with a student advisor

You can book an online appointment with a Student Hub advisor who can provide you with general student visa information, including:

• How and when to apply
• Documentation required
• What happens if you’ve changed your programme and next steps when applying for the correct visa
• Conditions of your pathway visa changing and next steps
• Information on varying the conditions of a temporary visa
• Transitioning to the post-study work visa

To book:

• Open the AUT app and tap the hamburger menu (three lines in the bottom right-hand corner)
• Choose ‘Make a Booking’
• Choose ‘STUDENT HUB’, and follow the prompts to complete your booking

Download the AUT app here

Email studenthub@aut.ac.nz if you have any questions about how to book.

Complaints

iStudents Complaints is an independent dispute resolution scheme established by the New Zealand Government. It helps international students resolve disputes between students and their education provider.

It is important that you have raised any complaint with AUT using the Student Feedback Form before engaging iStudent.

• Student Feedback Form
• iStudent Complaints website