Accommodation for International Students in New Zealand

Accommodation Options

One of the popular ways to experience New Zealand culture is to stay with a homestay or New Zealand host family. Families are carefully screened and have to meet very high standards regulated by the New Zealand Ministry of Education (M.O.E.). Not only does the school monitor these accommodations but also a New Zealand Education Global Services accommodation representative will ensure the accommodation meets our own requirements. A single, clean, private room with bed, dresser, lamp and study-desk are the basics you will expect. Homes are on public transportation routes (or the home-stay family or school will advise or arrange transportation to your classes).

If requested a profile of your family will be provided, so that you can contact them before you come to New Zealand. If you are not happy in your family for any reason we will move you to a new family. (This may require an additional placement fee).

Age-related Accommodation Regulations and Options

It may be compulsory for students aged 18 or younger to stay with a relative or home-stay. Please ask if this pertains to you.

For more mature students who prefer to be independent during their stay in New Zealand, alternative accommodation is available. Universities, Polytechnics, Technical Schools and Private Tertiary Establishments do have limited dormitory space. If you prefer an apartment, motel/hotel or a backpacker this can also be arranged (in most cases they are more expensive). You will have to consider your laundry and food requirements also in these cases.