How can you get a job in New Zealand if you do not have a visa yet?
The Catch 22 dilemma does not only affect your visa application process - you need a job to get a visa - it also makes your job search in New Zealand a lot more complex:
"Only applicants with the right to work in New Zealand may apply"
or
"Unfortunately, we are not able to consider your application if you do not possess a valid work visa"
"Please get back in contact with us once you have obtained either residency or a work permit and we would be only too happy to assist.
Good luck with your job search."
"Your chances of obtaining a visa are good, once you have secured a job offer.
Good luck with your job hunt and we see you when you have secured a job."
'Hi Anna, My husband Paul and I have been exploring the possibility of emigrating to New Zealand. We have already been advised that we would require job offers to secure visas. The biggest challenge we are encountering is in applying for vacancies in New Zealand. Do you offer assistance in this regard?'
'Dear S. Thank you for your recent application for work in New Zealand. While the New Zealand market is currently seeking skilled candidates, most employers prefer to interview candidates face to face rather than conduct phone or video conference interviews. It is also preferred that you already are eligible to work in New Zealand and be available within four weeks. Please get back in contact with us once you have obtained either residency or a work permit and we would be only too happy to assist. Good luck with your job search. Regards, RG, Recruiter, Wellington'
Employers are not permitted to employ anybody who does not have the legal right to work in New Zealand. The prospect of offering a job to a migrant is daunting and the visa application process highly bureaucratic.
This might make it difficult for you to convince a potential employer that you are the best candidate for the role.
- Do you have an immigration adviser?
- When do you want to arrive in New Zealand?
- What is your English like?
Working with our Licensed Immigration Advisers will give your potential New Zealand employer the reassurance that they do not have to expect any unnecessary complications or delays in your visa application process, if they offer you a job, and that you are fully committed to migrating to New Zealand and will be available to work with them, if they support you.
Our Fusion Service will lift your job hunt in New Zealand to a whole new level.
"Good evening! This morning I phoned Ruth W. from X. I have let her know that we are in daily contact. I also told her that from my perspective, all is in excellent shape, and I am confident we will receive an answer to the work visa application very soon.She mentioned that she wants me to start next week. I have a feeling that they are not willing to wait any longer. Ruth is very keen to know in which phase we are and how things are looking. Could you please give her a quick update on the current situation? Thank you very much.Kind regards, Christopher."
"Hello Carsten! Yeah! A dream has come true and I am so happy!
I cannot wait to join the X. team. :-) Thank you very much for your help and support in this challenging time. I really appreciate all you have done for me. Kind regards, Christopher"
"Good morning Christopher. Sorry to have woken you this morning!! As discussed, your work visa has been approved - congratulations! Attached is the confirmation we have received from Immigration New Zealand. Please print this document and keep with your passport at all times. We wish you luck on your first day! Kind regards, Carsten Hallwass, Licensed New Zealand Immigration Adviser."
"WOW, Totally awesome Christopher. So thrilled for you that you get to have your dream to come true and you get to work in New Zealand. And for us here at X, we are thrilled that you will be working for us now. Thank you so much for all you have done to achieve this great result. Please thank Maj and the other members of the team who have all done their part in achieving a work permit for such a fine young man as Christopher is.This is certainly a wonderful day! Have a great one too and kindest regards, Ruth W. | Director."
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