New Zealand has a unique immigration system where people can apply for residence after 2 years of being in the country. Changes to Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa and Accredited Employer Work Visa the Skilled Migrant category is being replaced with a new streamlined system that will include fewer requirements but will allow anyone who has been living in New Zealand for five years before the application date to apply. The Minister of Immigration, Iain Lees-Galloway announced that that skilled migrants can apply for resident visas after two years of residence in New Zealand This change means that applicants no longer need to meet specific skills or qualifications before applying for residence (See more below).
Changes to skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa and Accredited Employer Work Visa
The skilled migrant category has been replaced with a new streamlined system. Applicants no longer need to meet specific skills or qualifications before applying for residence, but they must still meet some other criteria.
The changes mean that all applications under this category are now subject to an automated assessment process with regard to their eligibility for residence in New Zealand.
New Zealand has a unique immigration system where people can apply for residence after 2 years of being in the country.
New Zealand has a unique immigration system where people can apply for residence after 2 years of being in the country.
New Zealand is also one of the few countries where you can apply for your spouse or partner to come and live with you straight away if they are not eligible under any other category.
Changes to Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa and Accredited Employer Work Visa
Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa and Accredited Employer Work Visa holders must apply for residence after two years of continuous residence in New Zealand. They can apply for residence from within the country or from overseas.
The skilled migrant must be living in New Zealand for five years before applying for residence.
The skilled Migrant category is being replaced with a new streamlined system that will include fewer requirements but will allow anyone who has been living in New Zealand for five years before the application date to apply.
The skilled Migrant category is being replaced with a new streamlined system that will include fewer requirements but will allow anyone who has been living in New Zealand for five years before the application date to apply.
The changes are part of Immigration NZ’s initiatives to streamline the visa application process and make it easier for employers and workers to come here.
The Minister of Immigration, Iain Lees-Galloway announced that that skilled migrants can apply for resident visas after two years of residence in New Zealand. This change means that applicants no longer need to meet specific skills or qualifications before applying for residence, but must still meet some other criteria.
The Minister of Immigration, Iain Lees-Galloway announced that that skilled migrants can apply for resident visas after two years of residence in New Zealand. This change means that applicants no longer need to meet specific skills or qualifications before applying for residence, but must still meet some other criteria.
The new streamlined system will include fewer requirements but will allow anyone who has been living in New Zealand for five years before the application date to apply.
What type of work visa do we provide?
We provide a range of work visas, including:
- Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa (RV)
- Accredited Employer Work Visa (AWV)
If you are interested in applying for a work visa, please contact us. We have a specialist team who can help with all aspects of your application and make sure it is processed quickly and efficiently.
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