Skilled Migration

If you would like to settle and work in New Zealand, and your skills are currently in demand by the New Zealand government, you may apply for a New Zealand Skilled Migration visa. Assessment will be based on your age, education, work experience, English language proficiency and links with New Zealand.

General Requirements

  • Aged below 55 at the time of invitation
  • Occupation is in demand as per New Zealand’s Long Term Skill Shortage List
  • Attain at least 160 points in the New Zealand Skilled Migration Points Test
  • Pass the relevant qualification assessment
  • Provide evidence of proficient English or higher (if necessary)
  • Meet the health and character requirements

Visa Options

  • Applicant who apply via the New Zealand Skilled Migration will receive either one of the following visas,
    depending on whether the applicant has a job offer from a New Zealand-based company

    • New Zealand Job Search Visa (valid for 12 months)
    • New Zealand Residence Visa (NZRV)

Visa Options

  • Applicant who apply via the New Zealand Skilled Migration will receive either one of the following visas, depending on whether the applicant has a job offer from a New Zealand-based company
  • New Zealand Job Search Visa (valid for 12 months)
  • New Zealand Residence Visa (NZRV)

Advantages

Free primary and secondary education and subsidized tertiary education
Healthcare benefits
Pathway to Australian citizenship

Visa Application Process

Engage AIMS
Lodge NZQA Application
Receive NZQA Outcome and Prepare EOI Application
Lodge EOI Application
Receive Invitation to Apply
Medical and police clearance
Case Officer Assigned and Interview (2 options to follow)
Without Job Offer
New Zealand Job Search Visa
With Job Offer
New Zealand Residence Visa

Investment Migration

Family and Other Visas