Total Cost of Moving to New Zealand as a Teacher | What You Need to Know | Teach in New Zealand

Are you planning to move to New Zealand as a teacher? This video breaks down the total cost of moving to New Zealand, covering everything you need to know before making the big move. From visa applications to daily living expenses, I’ve got you covered with all the essential information to help you prepare financially for your new life in New Zealand.

What You’ll Learn in This Video:

NZQA IQA Fees: The cost and process of getting your overseas qualifications recognized in New Zealand.
IELTS Costs: How much you’ll need to budget for the IELTS exam, a requirement for many teaching positions.
Teaching Council Certification Fees: Understanding the costs associated with getting certified to teach in New Zealand.
Visa Fees: A detailed look at the costs of securing an Accredited Employer Work Visa, including medical examination fees.
Airfare: What you can expect to pay for flights to New Zealand.
Accommodation Costs:
Rent prices for shared apartments and whole houses/apartments in New Zealand.
Grocery Shopping: Comparing prices at PAK’nSAVE and Woolworths.
Furniture & Electronics: Budgeting for new or second-hand furniture and electronics from Kmart and The Warehouse.
Utility Expenses: Estimating costs for electricity, water, internet, and other utilities.
Car Purchase Costs: What it costs to buy a car in New Zealand, whether new or used.
Managing Your Budget: Differentiating between fixed and variable expenses to manage your finances effectively.
Tax Deductions: Understanding how much tax will be deducted from your income.
Overseas Relocation Grant: Information on grants available to overseas-trained teachers moving to New Zealand.

Useful Links:

NZQA International Qualification Recognition & Fees: https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/internation...
IELTS Cost in New Zealand: https://ielts.co.nz/newzealand/prepar...
Teaching Council of NZ Fees & Levy Information: https://teachingcouncil.nz/getting-ce...
Accredited Employer Work Visa Details: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-z...
Medical Examination Information for NZ Visas: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-z...
Find a Flat: https://www.nzflatmates.co.nz/flats
Find Flatmates TradeMe: https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketpla...
Find Rentals on TradeMe: https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/property/...
Shop for Essentials on Kmart NZ: https://www.kmart.co.nz/
Shop for Essentials on The Warehouse: https://www.thewarehouse.co.nz/
Grocery Shopping on PAK’nSAVE: https://www.paknsave.co.nz/
Grocery Shopping on Woolworths NZ: https://www.woolworths.co.nz/
NZ PAYE Calculator: https://www.paye.net.nz/calculator/
Overseas Relocation Grant for Teachers: https://workforce.education.govt.nz/b...

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