English for Migrants in New Zealand
What is the purpose of the English for
Migrants fund?
To improve the English language skills of
migrants who seek permanent residency in NZ. The
TEC administers pre-purchased English language
funds on behalf of New Zealand Immigration, as
part of their residence requirement. Find out
more about the English for Migrants fund.
Where can I get help with regard to English
for Migrants?
Call English for Migrants team at the TEC
Service Centre . We currently have staff who can
speak Mandarin and Cantonese. Language Line is
also available.
How do I enrol in a English for Migrants
course?
After you have selected which course you want to
study, please visit the provider and bring along
your passport, and the "Agreement and Schedule"
that you were given by New Zealand Immigration
(a receipt issued by New Zealand Immigration to
show you have paid the "Pre-purchased Tuition
Fees"). The provider will assist you to enrol in
the course you choose.
What if the English for Migrants course costs
more than I have paid to the New Zealand
Immigration Service (NZIS)?
You will need to pay the extra fees yourself.
Do I have to pay extra for any books on an
English for Migrants course?
The course directory tells you what your fee
covers for each course. Your Training Provider
will advise you of any extra costs not included
in the fee before you enrol.
Do I have to re-sit an IELTS test after
taking up English for Migrants tuition?
No.
Do I have to use all my EFM money on one
course?
No. You can do any number of English courses,
with any TEC approved provider, until you have
used all the money you pre-paid.
I have already migrated to New Zealand. Can I
study English on this programme?
Only if you have pre-paid your tuition to New
Zealand Immigration under the policy which began
on November 30th 1998. If you are unsure about
whether you are eligible to study under the
English for Migrants scheme, feel free to
contact the English for Migrants Team at the TEC
Service Centre .
I work during the day - can I do an English
for Migrants course in the evening?
Yes, the directories include daytime and evening
courses.
I don't like the EFM course, what can I do?
Discuss any problems with the training provider
first. If this does not solve the problem, call
English for Migrants team at the TEC Service
Centre . If you leave a course, you may lose
some of your fees.
What is my EFM tuition fee expiry date?
Tuition expires 5 years from the date of
payment. The expiry date is not related to your
arrival date in New Zealand. For example, If you
paid Immigration New Zealand for your English
tuition fee on 15 October 2003 but arrived in
New Zealand on 12th July 2004, your expiry date
will be 15 Oct 2008. If you are unsure about
when your tuition expires please contact the
English for Migrants team at…
How can I obtain approval to become an
English for Migrants provider?
The TEC is not currently seeking additional EFM
provision.
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