The Migration Process

Residence from Work

The objective of the Residence from Work Category is to enable the grant of residence to people whose talents are needed by New Zealand employers, people with exceptional talent in a field of art, culture or sport and people working in areas of identified absolute occupational shortage in New Zealand.

Applicants must have held a work permit under this specific category.

They must have worked in New Zealand for at least 24 months for an accredited employer and a minimum base salary of NZ$45,000 per annum, or

have been actively involved in their declared field of art, culture or sport and are sponsored by a New Zealand organisation of national repute, or

have been employed in New Zealand in a profession which is included in the Long Term Skill Shortage List.

To find out whether you might be eligible for Permanent Residence under the work to Residence policy, contact us by email or telephone:  

   "We are looking forward to hearing from you."

Questions you might like to ask us:

	Jobsearch - Where can I get help with finding employment?
	Business for Sale - Can I buy an existing business?
	Study in New Zealand - Residence through studies?
	Open a bank account - how can I transfer my money?
	What are the English language requirements?
	Will I be eligible for public healthcare?
	What customs requirements are there?
	Will I be able to bring my pets?
	Will I be able to use my skills?