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Why IELTS for New Zealand?
Meet English language requirements to study, work and settle in New Zealand
Recognised by immigration authorities for student visas, skilled migration, work visas, and residency applications
Accepted by all eight NZ universities and institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs) for higher and vocational education.
Trusted for professional registration and employment across industries including healthcare, teaching and other skilled trades.
IELTS Score Requirement Overview for New Zealand
Study – 6.0 – 6.5 band score (accepted for most vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate courses)
Migration / Residency - 6.5 band score (for all skilled residence visas, while family members require IELTS 5.0 overall)
Work - 4.0 – 7.0 band score (covers skilled work visas and professional registration requirements)
New Zealand provides international students and skilled professionals with clear pathways to grow both professionally and personally, and eventually build a future in a safe and multicultural country. Access globally recognised education, strong career opportunities and work-life balance .
Whether you’re planning to study, take up skilled employment, or apply for residency visas, proving your English language proficiency will help you move forward with your New Zealand applications.
Show you are ready to succeed in New Zealand with IELTS, widely recognised by universities, government polytechnics, employers, and professional registration bodies. If you need to improve just one part of your test to meet New Zealand’s entry requirements, IELTS One Skill Retake gives you the flexibility to retake a single section without repeating the full test.
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