How to Get a New Zealand Work Visa?

New Zealand grants various types of permits that will let an individual work in NZ. But, prior to applying, determine which visa is suitable for you.

Every visa is meant for some purpose and has distinct application procedures. They are categorized into two types: permanent and temporary.

One can submit an application for a New Zealand Work Visa on a temporary basis if they comply with the associated immigration guidelines. These guidelines can be related to an employment offer, country-specific work scheme, post-study work visa, etc.

There are work permits that can be a pathway to residence. After getting the resident status, you get the liberty to study, work and reside in New Zealand for an indefinite period. To apply for a resident permit, you must have the skills, education, and work experience required for NZ employees.

Some Popular Work Permits

1. Essential Skills Work Visa

You can apply for an Essential Skills Work Visa if you hold an employment offer from an NZ company, as well as the required qualification and work experience. But, in the majority of cases, your company, before offering you employment, must have checked via labor market test whether any NZ resident was available to perform the job.

2. Religious Worker Visa

If you have a minimum of 2 years of experience in religious work that you are being sponsored to embark on, this visa is for you. To get an initial two-year work permit, you must hold a religious work offer from a religious institute.

3. Student & Trainee Worker Visa

A student & trainee worker visa would let you embark on and fulfill a study or training requisite like practical medical or dental training or formal religious training. The time period for which this permit is issued depends on the purpose.

4. Family Stream Work Visa

This work visa lets you join your loved ones in NZ. Under the family stream work visa, INZ covers an extent of visas to aid guardians, dependent children, spouses, parents of the New Zealand residents, etc.

5. Post-Study Work Visa

A Post-Study Work Visa lets you get a job in NZ after your graduation. The validity of this work visa is 3 years. This visa is given to individuals for 1,2 or 3 years, depending on the education level.

6. Long Term Skills Shortage Work Visa

If you want to apply for a Long Term Skills Shortage Work Visa, your age should be 55 years or below. Also, you must have specific employment experience and qualifications. This visa can lead to residency, too.

New Zealand Work Visa Requirements

• ID proof
• Character and health certificates
• Two passport style photographs
• All the documents must be translated into English
• A valid passport
• Police clearance certificate from your native country
• A job offer letter from a New Zealand company
• Relevant skills and experience in the specified line of work

It usually takes around 50 to 60 days for the New Zealand Work Visa application to get processed. You are considered eligible for this visa if you have the essential skills and work experience to perform the job.

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