Skilled Immigration
New Zealand Skilled Migrant Visa
Initiated in 1991, New Zealand Skilled Migrant Visa was introduced to engage global talent in the country an let them relocate to the country on the basis of their skill set.
About New Zealand Skilled Migrant Visa
Initiated in 1991, New Zealand Skilled Migrant Visa was introduced to engage global talent in the country an let them relocate to the country on the basis of their skill set. It is a very simplified and strategic stream to ensure that people who are coming to the country as migrants are contributing to the economy. The program has evolved over the years and went through various changes to make it accessible for maximum people and effective for the country as well. The skilled stream follows a point-based system and since 2010, the point threshold system is quite strict. The points depend on various factors including age, work experience, a certain salary, academic grading and definitely the language proficiency to a certain level. The amends in the SMC points system took a major shift after COVID 19 and till today, applications go through various checks.
There’s a whole world of opportunities for skilled individuals waiting in New Zealand, all you need is a reliable consultant to process your application. The point system is tricky and involved a lot of documentation so AZ GLOBAL’s expert team is there for step-by-step assistance.
Benefits of New Zealand Skilled Migrant Visa
The Skilled Migrant Visa allows the main applicant and dependents to live in New Zealand for indefinite time period without any renewal of the visa.
The country offers a great lifestyle including great educational institutes and plenty of public and private hospitals to make it more accessible for everyone.
Applicant and Dependent are free to live and work anywhere in the country. There are no restrictions to bound you to a certain city or state. You have the flexibility to switch job as per your ease.
Once you start working and living in the country, after a certain time period you can apply for citizenship. According to your contribution to country’s economy and other terms and conditions, you can definitely avail nationality.
If initially you move to New Zealand alone, you can later sponsor your immediate family. If you are earning enough and can manage a life for yourself and your family, immigration policies are very friendly.
Routes for New Zealand Skilled Stream
The Skilled Migrant Resident pathway
As per New Skilled Migrant Category which is effective since 2023 with major updates, applicants for this route must have occupational registration where an occupation has a regulated registration, licensing, or certification scheme in New Zealand and full registration requires at least 2 years of formal training or experience. The applicant must need a Bachelor’s degree or higher-level qualification. You must possess a skilled job earning at least 1.5 x median wage in New Zealand.
The Green List pathway
The Green List route was introduced to overcome the ongoing skill shortages by making it accessible for highly skilled and in-demand professionals to move to New Zealand. The major eligibility for both Green List routes is a job or job offer in one of the Green List occupations. It requires a certain level of qualification, registration, and wage level and then you are able to apply for the Residence Visa directly.
Care Workforce Sector Agreement pathways
The Care Workforce & Transport Sector Agreements are specific access routes to New Zealand to alleviate labor shortages in these strategic sectors. These allow eligible workers from overseas to come to New Zealand for employment in specific roles, such as caregivers and drivers. They have streamlined visa processes and often lead to permanent residency opportunities. It aims to attract skilled workers to meet the demand in critical industries.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicant must be above the age of 18 years and less than 55
Provision of a Health Certificate showing best health conditions
Applicant must require a police clearance document from home country
Age, Work Experience, Education as per Point Based System
IELTs, TOEFL or PTE is must to prove language proficiency
Submission of expression of interest in must to process the application
Step By Step Processing
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Expression of Interest Submission
Invitation to Apply Received
Compilation of Documents
Residency Application Submission
Application Review and Approval
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