“From 3 November 2025, eligible tertiary and secondary school students will be allowed to work up to 25 hours a week during the semester — an increase from the current 20-hour limit. This will apply to all new student visas granted from that date, even if the application was submitted earlier.
Those on a student visa with a 20-hour work limit who want to work up to 25 hours will need to apply for a variation of conditions or a new student visa.”——INZ , Upcoming changes to student visa work rights