Hi,

I was wondering if any one could suggest or advise on my situation :
I have a working visa (>24 months) and therefore I am eligible for the publicly funded health system.
Recently, I got admission in the university and I'm quite happy to pursue higher education (PhD) here in NZ. The international office in Otago has asked to get a student visa.
I am not sure if I apply for student visa, will my working visa gets cancelled and therefore I will not be eligible for the public funded health care.
Has any one been in this situation ?

Thanks in advance.

R