Dunedin
As a new international student arriving in Dunedin to begin your studies in semester 1 or semester 2 as an undergraduate or master's by coursework student, you will be expected to register for an international orientation seminar where you will provide documentation and finalise your enrolment. You can get your student ID card once your enrolment is finalised. If you are arriving late (after the first day of classes), contact: international.orientation@otago.ac.nz
If you are a new PhD or master's by thesis student, you will be required to meet with an international student adviser at the AskOtago Central Hub to complete your enrolment. You should drop in between 11am and 3pm, Monday to Friday, as soon as possible after your arrival. You will need to bring your passport and have your visa accessible on your device.
Wellington
If you are arriving on the Wellington campus, contact the onsite Student Experience Co-ordinator at: postgrad.uow@otago.ac.nz to book an appointment. You will need to bring your passport.
Christchurch
If you are arriving on the Christchurch campus, your supervisor will arrange for you to meet with the manager of Academic Programmes, or you can contact them to book an appointment yourself. You will need to bring your passport, visa, a passport size photo for your student ID card, and any documents you have relating to a scholarship.