Visas in New Zealand

PERMANENT VISAS

if you want to live in New Zealand permanently, check the following visa options:

  • Skilled Migrant Category – for people who have the skills, qualifications and experience New Zealand needs.
  • Work to Residence – for people who have a job offer from an accredited employer or are qualified in occupations that are in demand.
  • Residence from Work – For people who are already in the ‘Work to Residence’ scheme and  want to apply for residence.

TEMPORARY VISAS

If you want to gain work experience after studying in NZ or have a job offer from a NZ employer you can apply for a temporary work visa. First of all you need to meet some requirements. Once you are ready just follow the steps to applying.

A WORKING HOLIDAY IN NEW ZEALAND

Working holiday visas are for people between 18-30 years old and who want to work in NZ for a short term (12 or 23 months). Applications for this visa must be submitted online. Check here the application process depending on your country.