Live and Work in New Zealand
New Zealand offers excellent immigration pathways for skilled workers, students, and families. Explore various visa options and residency programs to make New Zealand your new home.
Why Immigrate to New Zealand?
Discover the benefits of living in New Zealand
About New Zealand
New Zealand offers a unique blend of breathtaking natural beauty and a high-growth economy with a strong demand for skilled professionals in IT, healthcare, engineering, and construction. The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) provides a clear points-based pathway to residency for qualified applicants.
With a minimum of 100 points required and priority given to applicants with job offers in areas of absolute skill shortage, New Zealand's immigration system is designed to attract talent that contributes directly to the country's economic development.
Key Benefits:
- • High quality of life and safety
- • Excellent healthcare system
- • World-class education
- • Strong economy and job opportunities
- • Pathway to permanent residency
Immigration Facts
Visa Categories
Different pathways to New Zealand
Skilled Migrant
Points-based system for skilled workers
Residence from work
Student Visas
Study at New Zealand institutions
Pathway to residency
Family Visas
Join family members in NZ
Partner, parent visas
Work Visas
Temporary employment opportunities
Essential Skills visa
Skilled Migrant Category
Points-based residency for skilled workers
Points System
Age (20-39 years)
30-40 points
Skilled Employment
50-60 points
Qualifications
40-70 points
Work Experience
10-50 points
English Language
10-20 points
Minimum Required
100 points
Application Process
Submit EOI
Expression of Interest with points calculation
Receive Invitation
If selected, receive ITA to apply
Submit Application
Complete residence application with documents
Decision
Receive decision on residence application
Work Visa Options
Temporary work visas leading to residency
Essential Skills Work Visa
For skilled workers with a job offer from NZ employer
Accredited Employer Work Visa
For employers accredited by Immigration NZ
Working Holiday Visa
For young adults (18-30) from eligible countries
Post-Study Work Visa
For international students after graduation
Talent (Accredited) Visa
For highly paid or talented workers
Entrepreneur Work Visa
For entrepreneurs starting business in NZ
Student Visas & Education
Study in New Zealand with pathway to residency
Student Visa Benefits
New Zealand offers world-class education with excellent universities and institutions. International students can work part-time during studies and full-time during breaks.
Popular Study Fields
IT & Technology
Software development, data science
Healthcare
Nursing, medicine, allied health
Engineering
Civil, mechanical, electrical
Business
MBA, finance, management
Family & Partner Visas
Join your family in New Zealand
Partner Visas
Work Visa Partner
For partners of work visa holders
Student Partner
For partners of student visa holders
Residence Partner
For partners of residents/citizens
Requirements
Genuine and stable relationship proof
Parent & Family Visas
Parent Residence
For parents of residents/citizens
Dependent Child
For children of residents/citizens
Family Visitor Visa
For family visits up to 6 months
Sponsorship
Financial sponsorship requirements apply
Start Your New Zealand Residency Application
Whether you qualify under the Skilled Migrant Category, have a job offer from an accredited employer, or are looking at residence from work pathways, our licensed immigration advisers provide strategic guidance tailored to your profile.