Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship - English Language Training for Officials (NZELTO)

Fully FundedNon-Degree1-3 monthsClosed · opens Feb 2027

The NZELTO programme provides short-term (1–3 months) English language training in New Zealand for government officials from eligible African and Asian countries. Fully funded with tuition, accommodation, living allowance, airfare, and insurance. Focus on improving English proficiency for professional and diplomatic purposes.

Popular Participating Universities

University of Auckland

University of Otago

Victoria University of Wellington

Quick info

Application status

Closed · opens Feb 2027

New Zealand

Non-Degree

1-3 months

English language training for government officials

Open to: Government officials from eligible African and Asian countries (Indonesia included)

Apply on official site

Opens the provider's official website

Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.

What you get

Full tuition for English language course
Living allowance during training in New Zealand
Return airfare
Medical and travel insurance

Requirements

First degree: Not required

Professional experience: Required

Country restriction: Government officials from eligible African and Asian countries (Indonesia included)

Detailed requirements

- Must be a current government official
- Citizen of an eligible African or Asian country
- Nominated by their government/ministry
- Must demonstrate need for English language improvement for professional duties

Who can apply

Government officials from eligible Asian and African countries seeking English language training. Short programme (1–3 months) fully funded by New Zealand government.

Fields of study

English language training for government officials

Application window

Closed · opens Feb 2027

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.