University of Otago Covid-19 Updates

News Release Date: 25 Feb 2021

Study Abroad at Otago is highly unlikely in second half of 2021

New Zealand borders are currently closed and New Zealand's Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, recently announced that borders are likely to remain closed for the remainder of the year.  Alongside borders, Immigration New Zealand have closed the application portal for offshore visas until at least May. 

There is also the added barrier of our Government Managed Isolation, given the MIQ is a requirement for anyone coming into New Zealand.  Therefore, it looks very unlikelihood Otago University will be able to host Study Abroad students this year. The university remains hopeful for 2022.