Studying in France vs. New Zealand
France and New Zealand are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €1,424 in France and €852 in New Zealand.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
France
Cheaper monthly living
New Zealand
Lower visa proof of funds
France
Side-by-side comparison
France
New Zealand
Currency
EUR (€)
NZD (NZ$)
Public tuition (annual)
€3,000
NZ$28,000
≈ €15,680 / yr
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
NZ$35,000
≈ €19,600 / yr
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,424 / mo
NZ$1,521 / mo
≈ €852 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€7,380
Long-stay visa: €615/month proof
NZ$20,000
Living costs proof (annual)
Cities tracked
Paris, Lyon, Toulouse
Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.