Example of Study Visa SOP for New Zealand

To

The Hon’ble Visa Officer

New Zealand High Commission

Sub: Request for student visa to pursue Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing Course at Auckland University of Technology

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am glad to have obtained admission to the …………. University for the PG Diploma in Digital Marketing course. I have deposited ……. NZD and will pay the tuition fees shortly. In the meantime I am approaching you with a request to issue the student visa to enable me to attend classes.

My Past Experience

I graduated with a BMM(Advertising) degree from ……..Universal University in 2019 Even prior to graduation I started work. I worked for Tech Mahindra in sales during 2017. In 2018 I joined a commerce digital agency. In 2021 I was with Gozoop Advertising Agency and in 2022 I am with Wavemaker Media Agency. I have acquired a fair amount of knowledge and expertise in digital advertising. I wish to take it further with a regular course at a suitable university.

Why …………. University

I have chosen ……… University since it ticks all the right boxes in terms of course content, method of teaching, its faculty, campus life, affordability of fees and duration of the course. I find that Auckland University ranks high in the list of universities for quality of education and quality of student life. Besides, what primarily attracted me to this university is the course and the curriculum of the PG Diploma in Digital Marketing course. It contains updated curriculum and topics relevant to the current scenario and it will also make me future ready.

Why New Zealand

I have chosen New Zealand for studies since this is one of the most suitable places to acquire global knowledge in peace and harmony. The cost of living is affordable and I will manage to secure accommodation close to the university thereby reducing transportation costs. I will get to study in peace and quiet and focus on studies. I will also get to live in a different environment and learn much more. This will be of help to me when I start work in India or elsewhere.

Financials

My father runs a business and will pay for the cost of studies and stay in New Zealand. We are in a comfortable position and, even after paying for my studies abroad, our family finances will not be affected.

My family details

My father……………runs a business. My mother…………is a stay at home mom who takes care of the family. My brother……….is working in New York. My sister Velypep is a school student. Ours is a close-knit family and we uphold our traditional way of life. We care for each other and believe it is our duty to live like a family and be together.

Reasons for coming back to India

My brother is in New York and he is busy with his own life. I think my father and mother need to have me with them to take care of them in their old age and provide moral support as well as physical presence. I also wish to do for them what they have done for me. This is the most compelling reason for my wanting to return to India on completion of studies.

With overseas degrees, I can expect a lucrative job in India. India is opening up and advertising is a growing business. I will be able to find a well-paying job in digital marketing and advertising and enjoy a satisfactory career. I see no reason to stay in any foreign country when I have a better situation at home where I can be with my family and friends.

Why I am not studying a similar course in India

Digital Marketing is a topic where one must be aware of the latest developments. Techniques evolve fast and new technologies are adopted quickly. I have chosen to study in New Zealand rather than in India because Auckland incorporates current technologies into its course and that gives me a decided advantage when I look for jobs in India. I can start work in a digital media company as an advertising manager and take care of campaigns and promotions for International clients with full confidence, skill and capability. I find that the larger organizations prefer candidates who are well qualified with foreign degrees and such candidates advance rapidly besides enjoying higher pay. It is well worth the time, money and expense to study abroad and have a more rewarding career in India.

I have a background in advertising and digital media and the course is relevant to me, giving me specialized qualifications to pursue a rewarding career. I have already worked in 3 advertising agencies and, from that perspective too, the course is relevant since it will give me added qualifications to rise higher in the field of advertising.

Please consider and grant me the visa as requested.

Sincerely Yours

…………….