CODE: Roncalli College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. We have systems in place to ensure that all requirements of the Code are thoroughly met. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website here.

IMMIGRATION: "Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website here.

ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH SERVICES: Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website here.

ACCIDENT INSURANCE: The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website here.

MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE: International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.  Travel and medical insurance policies must meet the following recommended Code of Practice requirements: High sum insured ($1 million plus); Emergency evacuation/ repatriation; Accompanying relative cover; Personal effects cover; Personal liability cover. 

We recommend Uni-Care Travel and Medical Insurance as it is a reputable insurance company based in New Zealand and the policies provide excellent cover for international students and meet the Code of Practice requirements. Please refer to the Uni-Care website here for further information and the schedule of benefits payable.