How to Accept and Pay Fees
We are excited to have you join us at the University of Waikato. Below you will find information on the next steps you need to take to formally accept your offer and pay your fees. These steps differ depending on whether you are starting online or on-campus with us in New Zealand.
International Students who will be studying in New Zealand
To accept your offer, please log into MyWaikato and click 'Accept Offer'.
Once you accept your offer in our application system, you should pay the tuition fee for the first year of study or the first programme of study listed on your offer.
Once you have paid your tuition fees, we will issue you with a receipt which you can use to apply for a student visa. See immigration.govt.nz for more information about the student visa process.
Payment options:
Online Transfer with Western Union
Students planning to travel to NZ and online students can use this payment method - click to find out more.
Western Union Business Solutions payment portal
Our recommended method of payment is by online transfer using Western Union. We prefer this system because it is a faster, more reliable way for you to pay. Alternative payment options are available.
Why use Western Union?
- You will save money. There are no transfer charges from Western Union Business Solutions for this type of payment.
- It’s easy to use and you can make your payment faster and receive your receipt of payment sooner by making payments online, in-person or via bank transfer with Western Union.
- You can pay in your own currency*, but your full payment amount will be made in New Zealand dollars.
- You will avoid foreign exchange conversion charges**
- Once you make the payment, the exchange rate is locked in for 72 hours, making sure that the full amount is paid.
- Western Union transfers are safe and reliable and you can track payment status updates via text and email.***
How to pay with Western Union Business
You can pay from your bank account with a telegraphic transfer or domestic transfer.
Log on by clicking the link below and following the steps to make your payment.
https://student.globalpay.wu.com/geo-buyer/waikato
If you need help please email: [email protected]
*Services to customers may not be available in all countries, territories an currencies
**In limited circumstances, transaction fees may apply
*** If selected by payers messages and data rates may apply
Please note: Western Union Business Solutions accounts are only for use for international transactions. If you have a New Zealand bank account and wish to transfer money within New Zealand, please see Alternative Payment Options.
Online Transfer with Flywire
Students planning to travel to NZ can use this payment method - click to find out more.
Flywire payment portal
The University of Waikato has partnered with Flywire to offer a secure and streamlined way to make a payment from your home country. Founded by a former international student, Flywire’s mission is to save money for international students and their families that would otherwise be lost on bank fees and unfavorable foreign exchange rates.
Why use Flywire?
- Flywire allows you to pay securely from banks worldwide offering competitive foreign exchange rates and no hidden fees. Depending on your home country, payment options can include local bank transfer, credit card, e-payments, e-wallets, and more.
- Students and payers will be able to track their payments from start to finish, save on bank fees and exchange rates.
- Students can contact Flywire’s multilingual customer support by live chat, phone, and email 24 hours, 7 days a week.
To learn more, go to flywire.com/support.
How to pay with Flywire
To make your payment, go to waikato.flywire.com or click Pay Now with Flywire.
- Go to waikato.flywire.com.
- Enter your payment amount and country of origin. On the next page, select your payment method.
- Enter some basic information to create your payment booking.
- Follow the payment instructions precisely provided to send funds to Flywire. For debit/credit card payments, enter your card details online to complete your payment in your home currency. Note: Additional local payment options may be available depending on the country you are paying from.
- Receive text and email status updates each step of the way, including a confirmation when your payment has been delivered to your institution. You can also create a Flywire account and log into Flywire’s mobile app to track your payment online 24x7.
View a video of how to make your international payment here:
How do I contact Flywire's customer support?
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +64 (4) 974 7625
Website: flywire.com/help
WeChat: 
No matter your time zone, you will have a dedicated multilingual customer support team available to you via live chat, email and phone to answer any of your questions.
Alternative payment options
Telegraphic transfer or Bank draft/cheque
If you cannot make payment using Western Union or Flywire, you can prepay your tuition fees by:
- Telegraphic transfer
Please do not pay any fees into personal bank accounts. The University’s official bank account for payment is listed below.
Discontinuing payment methods: The University will be phasing out the use of telegraphic transfer over the next two months. Students will be asked to make payment using either Flywire, Western Union or credit card.
Telegraphic transfer may take up to seven working days for the transaction to be tracked and receipted.
Please quote your student identification number and student details within the particulars section of the remittance advice/telegraphic transfer application so that your transfer can be easily tracked.
Please note: you will need to cover any bank fee charges associated with transferring funds. These are often approximately NZD$25.
Bank account for payment
ASB Bank Ltd
Victoria St Branch
Hamilton
New Zealand
Account name: University of Waikato
Account number: 12-3122-0084728-00
Swift No. ASBBNZ 2A
Routing No. ABA02100018
Please note when the Swift No. is entered, the bank address may be listed as:
ASB North Wharf
12 Jellicoe Street
Auckland
New Zealand
This is ASB's central bank address in New Zealand and we will still receive the payment from you.
When you have completed the telegraphic transfer application you must also provide a copy of the telegraphic transfer form to the Enrolment Office, via email: [email protected]
Please refer to our Student Enrolment Guide for steps on how to complete your enrolment.
You will need to obtain your student visa and present it to our staff on campus to complete your enrolment and begin your studies.
Find out more about preparing to join us in Hamilton, Tauranga and New Zealand, including applying for or renewing your student visa and arranging accommodation.
Offshore students who start studying online
To accept your offer, please log into MyWaikato and click 'Accept Offer'.
Once you accept your offer in our application system, the University will work with you to decide the papers (units/modules) you should take in your first trimester (or trimesters) studying with us. When you agree to these papers in our system, we will calculate your fees and you will need to pay your tuition fees.
For more information, please refer to the Offshore/online Student Enrolment Guide.
Once you have paid your tuition fees and student services levy, your enrolment can be completed.
Payment options for offshore students studying online:
- Credit Card payment
- Online transfer
- Telegraphic transfer (this will be discontinued soon - more info here)
Offshore/online Student Enrolment Guide
If you are planning to transfer to New Zealand mid-trimester, you must enrol in a full time load which is usually 3 papers or more. You need to do this in order to qualify to apply for an international student visa.
International Students Pre-paid Tuition Fees Policy
View the University of Waikato's International Students Prepaid Tuition Fees Policy.
Refund of pre-paid tuition fees
There is a specific process that must be followed when applying for a refund of pre-paid tuition fees.
Contacts
If you need any further queries, please feel free to contact us anytime, we will be happy to help you.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +64 7 807 9275