Services
Arrival & settlement
Landing in a new country with nowhere to stay and no bank account is stressful, and preventable. We help you sort accommodation, banking, and tax registration before you leave Malaysia, so you land with the basics already in place.
What's included
- Guidance on student accommodation options near your university
- Help setting up a New Zealand bank account before or shortly after arrival
- Support registering for an IRD number for tax and part-time work purposes
- An arrival checklist covering SIM cards, transport, and orientation dates
- A point of contact during your first few weeks on the ground
How it works
We plan ahead of departure
Before you leave Malaysia, we walk you through accommodation options and what paperwork you can start on banking and tax registration in advance.
We support your first week
In your first days in New Zealand, we're available to help you finalise your bank account, IRD number, and any orientation requirements your university has.
We check in
We follow up in your first few weeks to make sure everything is settled and to answer questions as they come up.
Common questions
Do I need a New Zealand bank account before I arrive?
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You can start the process before you leave with some banks, but most students finalise their account in their first few days in New Zealand. We help you understand what to prepare in advance either way.
What's an IRD number and do I need one?
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An IRD number is New Zealand's tax identification number, and you'll need one if you plan to work part-time on your student visa. We help you register for it shortly after you arrive.
Ready to get started?
Book a free consultation and we'll map out exactly what this looks like for your situation.
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