Travelling or living overseas
Interest is generally charged on your student loan if you go overseas for 6 months or more, so it's important to keep on top of your loan.
I'm going overseas for less than 6 months
Find out how to keep on top of your loan while you're overseas.
I'm going overseas for 6 months or more
Find out what to do if you're going overseas for longer.
Can I get an interest-free student loan while overseas?
Find out about interest-free student loans while you're overseas.
Making repayments while overseas
Find out what you need to repay and how to make payments while you're overseas.
What happens when I return to New Zealand?
Find out what you have to do if you've been away for more than 6 months.
Date published: 27 Sep 2011
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