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		- This is not current policy - 
		
		The policy in this manual ceases to be effective from 29 November 2010. 
		To see the current Immigration New Zealand Operational Manual go to 
		www.immigration.govt.nz/opsmanual
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WE2 Currency of student and trainee permits 
- The currency of a student and trainee work permit must relate to the time required for the study or training.
 - In the case of medical / dental trainees and overseas students undertaking practical training, work permits may be granted for periods up to a maximum of six months.  Immigration officers may consider requests for extensions of time on a case by case basis.
 - In the case of apprentice jockeys a work visa may be issued or work permit granted for up to a maximum of four years.
 
 Effective 29/04/2002 
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