ENROLMENT
YOU ARE COMING TO FURNACE!
Congratulations on your acceptance to your school here at YWAM Furnace in Tauranga, New Zealand! We hope that you are as excited about this upcoming season as we are! It’s going to be a fantastic time.
To complete your enrolment into our programme you will need to read, note, and upload some important information so both you and us can be well prepared for your arrival.
- On this page is information that you will need to know before your arrival. Please read through this carefully!!
- On the next few pages is our financial policy, waivers to consider, and finally an upload page for the final pieces of information we need from you.
If you have any questions once you have finished reading through, or need any help, please do not hesitate to contact the registrar <registrar@yfnz.org>.
Click the following “Agreement Forms” to continue the enrolment process now, or read all the information first – then click.
For students and interns, the day normally starts around 7 am with breakfast, then a short “all-in” work duty time. There is time for a “quiet time” with God, and class or gathering time starts at 8:00.
Lunch is at 1 pm, and the afternoons may include class, work duties, community service, evangelism, one-on-ones (meeting with a staff person), homework or free time.
After dinner evenings differ for each school but may include community meetings, Prayer and Worship evenings, family hang-out times or are free to rest or do homework.
The schedule is usually set from Monday – Friday and some weekends. But there is free time during each day and week.
Here are some tips on what to bring, and an example packing list.
Please do not overpack! Only bring what you can personally carry or wheel around. If you can’t carry it, don’t pack it. Suitcases are fine, however, we do recommend backpacks (60-80L) if your school has an outreach location.
Clothing:
In YWAM Furance you will meet and live with people from many different cultural backgrounds. What is considered appropriate in one cultural context may be inappropriate in another. So, for this reason, we want to be above reproach and value modesty in how we dress. It is important to be respectful to others when choosing your attire. In certain outreach locations, this is a MUST in order to respect various cultures and have an effective outreach.
Our outreach locations vary in climate and terrain. You will find out your outreach location during the first few weeks of a school so you will have plenty of time to get it sorted by either buying items here or shipping them from home. In the past, we have sent teams to the Pacific Islands, and parts of Asia.
Bedding:
Sheets, pillowcase, duvet cover, pillow and duvet inners (doona/comforter) will be provided, but you may want to bring a travel pillow for outreach. Please bring your own towel.
Packing Checklist:
- House slippers or a couple of pairs of warm socks - if you like warm feet
- Walking/active shoes
- Jandals (flipflops/thongs/slippers/slides)
- A coat or jacket - waterproof/resistant is recommended
- A water bottle
- Travel mug – if you like hot drinks
- Modest bathing suit (or togs as we call them in NZ) - one-piece for girls and swim shorts for the guys (no bikinis or speedos)
- Towel and facecloth
- Dressy/smart clothes - girls bring at least 1 knee-length skirt/dresses, guys bring a pair of trousers and a button-up shirt.
- Clothes for sports
- Backpack for day trips
- Bible and stationery
- Toiletries
- Personal Medications
- Headlamp/flashlight – optional
- Journal – optional
- Camera – optional
For outreach specifically
- Sleeping bag
- Large backpack
And remember – NZ does have shops – so we can always find what you need.
Mailing Address:
*Your Name*
YWAM Furnace NZ
PO Box 15-135
Tauranga, 3144,
New Zealand
Or you can have things delivered to our door:
36 Sutherland Road, Judea
Tauranga, 3110
New Zealand
You might experience all four seasons, sometimes within a day, here in New Zealand! Average summer highs are in the 20-26C/70-80F range, while winter lows sit in the 4C/40’s F more often than not (We are in the North Island and don’t have snow).
During the January Quarter, it will be summer going into the autumn season. The days are warm (16-24C/65-75F) and the nights are cooler. By the end of February going into March, the temperature cools down a bit as we move towards autumn (9-18C/55-68F).
The June Quarter is during the winter and spring seasons and then turns into the start of summer when you finish outreach. The temperature in winter ranges from 4C/40F to 15C/59F. It’s vital to pack layers such as a thick coat and warm sweater because most New Zealand houses and our dorms do not have central heating, only single heaters.
It is spring turning to summer for the September Quarter which may mean warm sunny days or rainy day, depending on the year. For sure bring your walking shoes to get out and enjoy the blossoming nature.
Keep in mind, you will need to bring suitable clothes for both your training phase, as well as the outreach (if your school has one).
Listed below are the different ways you can make payments to YWAM Furnace NZ, and the payment due dates.
A great website to check the exchange rate for your country’s currency to NZD is EX Currency Converter.
Payment Due Dates:
Please refer to the Financial Agreement Form on the next page for all fees and our Refund Policy so that you are aware of those details.
Training Phase Fees:
The Training Phase fees are due in full (less your deposit) by the first Monday of the school. We recommend using Wise or a bank transfer for international payments, or direct deposit for those in NZ.
Alternatively, come with cash (please note that you can only withdraw $500 at a time at most ATMs in New Zealand).
One Thing Internships:
$300 NZD Initial Deposit – Due on Acceptance
$Balance – Due on or before arrival day
DTS and all other schools:
$1,500 NZD Initial Deposit – Due on Acceptance
$Balance – Due on or before arrival day
Outreach Phase Fee (when applicable):
Your outreach location will be announced early in the training phase. The total cost of each outreach location varies and will be announced in the first few weeks. The first instalment of the outreach fees ($2,500 NZD) will be due on or before the Friday of the third week of Training Phase, any airline tickets for outreach will not be purchased until this instalment is paid. The final balance of outreach will be calculated toward the end of Training Phase and is due on or before the Friday of week nine.
$2,500 NZD Outreach Deposit – Due Friday week 3 of Training Phase
$1000-$5,000 NZD Remaining Outreach Fees – Due Friday of Week 9 of Training Phase
Payment Methods:
Please read the information about “Visa Requirements” before paying full school fees.
There are a few ways to make payments to YWAM Furnace.
- Visa/MasterCard
- Direct Deposit (for NZ)
- International Bank Transfer
Visa/MasterCard:
All fees or donations from others to you can be paid online through the YWAM Furnace NZ website. NOTE: There is a 2.5% transaction fee for all credit card payments. Please allow 2 days for processing time.
The website is: donate.ywamfurnace.nz
Direct Deposit (within NZ):
Customer Account Name: the Impact world Tour (NZ) Trust
Account Number: 02-0240-0010822-000
International Bank Transfer:
If you would like to make an international bank-to-bank transfer (also known as a wire transfer) we highly recommend using Wise. In our experience, this is the cheapest (and quickest) way to complete a cross-border funds transfer. When compared with Western Union or standard bank transfers, it will save you quite a bit of money in both fees and inflated exchange rates.
Watch this helpful video below to get an idea of how to use Wise and then go to their website to signup and begin the process.
You can also do a bank transfer through your bank. To send us a payment from overseas (except the USA – see below) you will need to provide the following details :
Bank of New Zealand
7013 Great South Road
Penrose
Auckland 1061
New ZealandSWIFT/BIC Code: BKNZNZ22 (or BKNZNZ22100 if different format)
BSB Number: 020240
Customer Account Name: Impact World Tour (NZ) Trust
Street Address: 15 Donnington Place, Bethlehem, Tauranga, 3110, New Zealand
Account Number: 02-0240-0010822-000
Note: Some banks require one less number to be entered for the account number, in which case the account number would be: 02-0240-0010822-00
If the funds are being sent from a USA bank, the following information should be given to the sender:
Payment through SWIFT by MT103 (Customer Transfer)
Citibank NANew York NYFor A/C with Bank: A/C 10933728Bank Of New Zealand7013 Great South RoadPenroseAuckland, 1061, New ZealandFavor (Beneficiary) :Customer Account Name: The Impact World Tour (NZ) TrustStreet Address: 15 Donnington Place, Bethlehem, Tauranga, 3110, New ZealandAccount Number: 02-0240-0010822-000
Mailing Address:
YWAM Furnace NZ
Administration
PO Box 15-135
Tauranga, 3144,
New Zealand
Channelling Funds:
Spending Money for International Participants
The recommended way to channel funds to participants during the training for personal spending is a VISA Debit Card. Simply set up a VISA Debit Card in your name through your local bank. Any VISA debit card will work at different ATM’s in New Zealand but will have fees of between $5.00 to $10.00 per withdrawal. American Express is not widely accepted in New Zealand. Please make sure that you set the “daily limit” for withdrawal at something you think is appropriate. We recommend $500.00 per day.
Note: Notify your bank that your card will be used in New Zealand to avoid them flagging your account and suspending access to it for security reasons when you make an international withdrawal.
For the training phase in New Zealand
We do not have any required vaccines to do a course with us in New Zealand.
For Outreaches
The outreach locations will be announced in the first couple of weeks of school and there will be time to get vaccinations here in New Zealand.
However, it may be much easier (and cheaper) to get the common vaccinations before you come. In either case, please acquire and upload your immunisation records on the last page of Enrolment – believe us, this will save a lot of hassle and time later on!
Common vaccines that often are recommended for most locations are Tetanus and Hepatitis A+B (Twinrix), plus all standard childhood vaccines, e.g. Polio.
Yellow Fever is required for many nations in Africa. Other recommended vaccines can be Typhoid, TBC, and Dukoral.
If needed, we will take you to get a doctor’s consultation once the outreach teams are announced to get any missing vaccines.
If you choose not to vaccinate, we will respect your choice, however, it is important you read the ‘Vaccine Waiver’ in the following pages.
Common outreach locations include:
- New Zealand
- The Pacific Islands
- East Asia
- South Asia
Less common:
- Africa
- Middle East
Getting a Visa:
You will need to have a Visitors Visa to enter New Zealand. Please go to www.immigration.govt.nz to determine which visitor visa you will apply for. Simply click “Get a visa or NZeTA”, then select “Visit”. There is a lot of important information about visiting NZ.
Under “Exploring Visa Options” follow the instructions and it will show you the available visitor visa options and the criteria needed to obtain a Visitor Visa.
Visa Waiver Countries:
Search for the list of “Visa Waiver Countries” to see if your nation is there. If your country is on this list, and you meet the criteria, you will still need to apply for the NZeTA before leaving home, and then can receive a ‘Visa Waiver Visitor Visa’ upon arrival. Please note: your return flight will need to be before your visa expires. However, if you are going to outreach, you can change your return flight home.
If your nation is not on the list of Visa Waiver Countries, please email registrar@yfnz.org and they will advise you on what steps to take to obtain a New Zealand visa.
Conditions for a Visitors Visa:
- You must hold a valid departure ticket to a country to which you have the right of entry.
- You must have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay (school fees etc., NZ defines this as $1250 per person per month.)
- You must hold a passport valid for 3 months beyond the date of departure from New Zealand after your school is completed.
Note: We highly recommend that you read all of the information on the page “About this Visa/Visitor Visa.” Including, Conditions, and Criteria.
If you are from Australia you will NOT need a visa to enter into New Zealand.
IMPORTANT:
NZeTA:
As of 1 October 2019, New Zealand Immigration requires everyone travelling from a visa waiver country desiring a visitor visa on arrival must apply for and hold an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) BEFORE LEAVING YOUR NATION.
Can be applied for at www.immigration.govt.nz ($23 NZD) or you can download their app ($17 NZD).
Valid for multiple visits and up to 2 years.
Allow up to 72 hours for processing, but it could take as little as 10 minutes. If you don’t have it when you check-in for a flight you will NOT be allowed to board
International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL)
You will also have to pay a Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). The IVL costs $35 NZD and is paid at the same time as the NZeTA.
Also valid for multiple visits and up to 2 years.
Check New Zealand’s immigration website for more information.
Arrival Card:
Everyone needs to fill out a Declaration Form before they pass through immigration and customs. You can do this online up within 24 hours of arrival, or can fill out the paper version given out on your flight. Here is the link to the online version: www.travellerdeclaration.govt.nz
Use the following information with you on the plane to complete the form.
- Please mark that the intended length of your stay in NZ is three months, OR if you applied prior to coming to NZ, the timeframe given on your approved VISITOR VISA.
- Please mark only HOLIDAY/VACATION on your form (do NOT mark education as that requires a different visa and applies only to programs registered with the government).
- Please use the address below as your contact address in New Zealand:
36 Sutherland Road, Tauranga, 3110
If you are going on outreach before your visitors’ visa expires and are asked – you can say that you are planning on going travel into Asia and the Pacific Islands but the exact locations are not yet finalized. When you come back from your outreach overseas you will get a new visitor visa and go through the same arrival process.
Customs:
New Zealand is VERY strict with our biosecurity – so carefully read and correctly indicate if you have items to declare. IMPORTANT: Throw away those apple cores, or check if you still do not have that banana you packed as a snack – paying a $400 fine is not a fun way to start your time with us! If in doubt – declare it and the customs officers will let you know.
Going Through Immigration:
When going through immigration please make sure you DO NOT go through the Smart Gate/E-Gates. You will want to enter through the Traditional Gates so that you can receive a stamp in your passport. The reason for this is to make it easier for you to apply for your outreach visa while in NZ.
It is not usually necessary to mention anything about doing a short training school in New Zealand when you arrive unless they ask you specifically. If asked, you may mention that you are taking a “short informal Biblical training.” YWAM Furnace NZ is officially able to have visitors like you doing this short 3-month informal course while on a Visitor Visa without applying for a Student Visa. For NZ immigration, we are not an officially registered university, so you are not eligible for a student visa.
Note: If you find yourself unnecessarily delayed at Immigration/Customs with further questioning, simply relax & answer their questions. Say that you are VISITING New Zealand, and will be based out of Tauranga.
After your school is completed, you are responsible for any visa extensions, etc. that you desire to obtain if you plan on staying in New Zealand.
Please carry the phone number (+64-21-289-9565) with you as you travel, in case you need to contact us.
Travel Insurance:
It is our policy that all participants are required to and MUST have their own travel insurance for the entire duration of the school, including outreach – which has specific requirements below. Please send confirmation of your insurance before you come to New Zealand by uploading here in the enrolment pages or emailing registrar@yfnz.org.
NOTE: New Zealanders and Australians do not need insurance during lecture-phase, but will need it for any overseas outreaches.
If you do not have a regular travel insurance provider you may consider Talent Trust Insurance as they specialise in mission trips. Note: The cost of travel insurance is not included in the school fees.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that your insurance covers you for any pre-existing medical conditions, plus any ‘higher-risk’ activities you are planning to engage in e.g. bungy jumping or scooter/moped driving.
Mandatory Requirements for Outreach Travel Insurance (in USD):
Policy Limit: $1.5m
Emergency Medical Evacuation: $5m
Life & Accidental Death or Dismemberment: $20,000
Terrorist Cover: (yes)
Return of Mortal Remains: $15,000
Medical/Additional Expenses: (yes)
Cancellation or Curtailment: $1,500
Buying a Plane Ticket:
You will have to arrange your own flights to and from New Zealand since this cost is not included in the school fees. Per New Zealand Immigration there are specific requirements that you must follow in order to adhere to the visitor visa regulations. Students who receive a 3-month visitor visa MUST have a departure ticket within 3 months of their arrival. Therefore, you will need to reschedule your departure ticket for after graduation once you are in New Zealand.
YWAM Furnace is located in the city of Tauranga, which has a regional/domestic airport (TGA). From Auckland, NZ’s largest city and most common arrival city in the country, it is a 40-minute domestic flight.
International students will want to fly into Auckland International Airport (AKL) and you can choose to book an ongoing flight to Tauranga (TGA) or travel from Auckland by bus (5 hours), or shuttle, or you might know someone who can drive you (3 hours).
For shuttle drop-off, or if you are driving to YWAM Furnace NZ use the address below.
Abundant Life Church, 36 Sutherland Rd, Judea, Tauranga. Or we will give you the address of the location you will be staying.
Shuttle Options:
Apollo connect shuttles: www.taurangashuttles.co.nz
Luxury Shuttles: www.luxuryairportshuttles.co.nz
Bus Options:
- InterCity: www.intercity.co.nz
Please choose the “Tauranga” bus stop.
We can pick you up from:
If busing we can arrange to pick you up from the central Tauranga bus stop.
If you are flying into Tauranga we can pick you up from the airport.
*Note:
- The arrival day is Sunday. If you arrive in Tauranga before Sunday, you can check if we can host you, however, you may need to make your own housing arrangements (check out a backpackers or an Airbnb) if we cannot.
- Your graduation will be on the evening of the last day – so plan to travel the day after the school’s completion.
As soon as you know your travel arrangements please upload your itinerary to the upload page of the enrolment process.
For our Kiwi participants, we also need to know your travel arrangements, even if you are driving here on your own.
We are so expectant for how God is going to move.
As a leadership team, we have been praying and planning for this upcoming school and we have so much excitement for what God is going to do in this time. As you are preparing to come remember to rest and let your heart be expectant for what God wants to do in you through this time and through you to those you will meet. You’re about to take a life-changing step of faith and we are so excited that we get to be a part of this journey with you!
If you have any questions regarding any of this information or have other questions, please do not hesitate to contact the registrar team or your school leader on either +64 21 289 9565 or via email at registrar@yfnz.org and we’ll respond as soon as possible. We’re here to help you as much as we can and make your transition from your home to Tauranga, New Zealand as smooth and hassle-free as possible.
Looking forward to your arrival,
– YWAM Furnace NZ
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