Holiday Availability: All IES Abroad offices will be closed on Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 31, and Jan 1 as we take some time to celebrate. During the weeks of 12/22 and 12/29, our team will be smaller, so responses may take longer than usual. Thanks for your understanding—and happy holidays!

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A first-class letter will take about a week to get from the United States to Christchurch. IES Abroad is not responsible for returning packages and/or correspondence to you or to the sender if mail arrives for you after you have departed your IES Abroad program. Please notify friends/family to factor in shipping time as well as your program departure date to ensure that mail does not arrive for you after you have departed. Biosecurity New Zealand operates very strict procedures at airports to prevent the introduction of pests and diseases from animals and plants. You are required to declare...
Currency New Zealand's unit of currency is the dollar (NZD). The majority of major credit cards can be used in New Zealand, with Visa and Mastercard being accepted most widely. Cash is less commonly used in New Zealand instead contactless payments is used for most purchases. Before departing for New Zealand, you should exchange between USD$50 and USD$100 into New Zealand dollars in order to cover incidental expenses during your first few days in New Zealand. New Zealand dollars can be purchased at large US banks, American Express offices, and at most international airports in the United States...
Christchurch is ideally situated to take advantage of the wonders of New Zealand's South Island. Within easy travel distance to adventurous outdoor activities such as skiing, surfing, mountain biking, and white-water rafting, Christchurch provides a sophisticated base to explore the beauty of Middle Earth. Part of the Kiwi culture is its connection and appreciation of the outdoors and Christchurch reflects this connection. The Garden City, as it is known, also offers a tremendous range of urban advantages. Punt on the Avon River, explore the International Antarctic Centre, attend the...
Our Center in Christchurch While in Christchurch, we want to ensure you have every opportunity to immerse yourself in new experiences. That’s why our Program Manager in Christchurch is committed to providing outstanding academic and student support services. We take care of the details, so you can soak up every moment of your Christchurch experience! The IES Abroad Program Manager is located close to campus, and enjoys meeting you at one of the many cafes on campus, or in the common areas at your housing. If you would like to chat with the Program Manager, please just reach out by mobile phone...
In New Zealand, electricity operates at 230 volts and 50 hertz which means that you will need to purchase a converter. Generally, laptop computers are multi-system, so will run on both 230 and 110 volts, but if you plan on bringing your laptop, make sure that it can operate on either voltage. You will need a voltage converter with different plugs (Type 1 plug adapter). We urge you to conduct some research on adaptors, converters, and transformers for New Zealand to find out what you need before you leave.
A visa is a government-issued official authorization that is affixed on a page inside a valid passport. It grants entry into, and travels within, a particular country for an allotted time period. A student visa is required for a stay longer than 90 days. New Zealand/Australian Citizens: New Zealand/Australian citizens are NOT required to obtain a student visa in order to study in New Zealand, but must travel on their New Zealand or Australian passport. Entry Requirements: COVID-19 (last reviewed 9.22.23) Subject to change due to the ever-evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic. Information...

Studying Abroad 3 Weeks into the Journey

With the dawning of week 3 of being in Barcelona, I’m beginning to feel that the initial alienation that separated myself from the city is starting to wane. IES Abroad classes have been in motion for a couple of weeks now, restoring some degree of order and routine to my life. The novelty of being here still flummoxes me, every morning I’m spurred out of bed by the fact that I know another day of exploration lies ahead, where anywhere I go could land me somewhere completely new.

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It was that time of the year again. The high holidays were coming up. This can be a very anxiety-inducing time for many Jews, since there's a lot of big, important holidays all within a single month. Considering I'd have to celebrate them all while being in Japan, I thought it would be particularly stressful for me this year. However, this time I had a plan.

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