I don't know why stuff like this is still confusing at this point.. I mean I'm sure there are lots of people who have gone through this before.. if they're not recognizing the institutions and qualifications in exemptions list, then what's the point of having the list right? I'd like to get this straight before I lodge my application on January (and start with NZQA, in case, asap because it'll take a while to get the result) but 700+NZD is not a joke so if I can get through without it that will be a big relief.
I sent another inquiry to the VO from Shanghai branch but no response yet. Hope someone can clarify this