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New Zealand · Permanent residence
Skilled Migrant Category Visa
- Processing
- 6-12 months
- Cost
- From NZ$6,450
- Validity
- Permanent residence
Points-based residence visa for skilled professionals.
Requirements
- Skilled employment in New Zealand (or job offer)
- Occupation on skilled occupation list
- Minimum 160 points on points scale
- English: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Under 55 years old
- Good health and character
Time and cost
- Processing time
- 6-12 months
- Validity
- Permanent residence (leads to indefinite)
- Cost
From NZ$6,450
Required
- NZ$6,450 application fee
Documents
Passport
Valid passport
English test results
IELTS 6.5+ overall
Qualifications
Degrees, certifications
Work experience evidence
Reference letters
Job offer (if it applies)
Skilled employment in NZ
Police certificates
From all countries
Medical examination
Immigration NZ approved doctor
Tips
- Points for: age, qualifications, NZ experience, skilled employment
- Working in NZ before applying strengthens application
- Auckland employment may have fewer points than regional