Broader Eligibility for Post-Study Work Visas
Skilled Residence Pathways
Straight to Residence
You can apply for this visa if you currently work for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one, and your position is listed under Tier 1 of the Green List.
You have the option to apply while on a work visa in New Zealand or directly from overseas.
Work to Residence
You are eligible to apply for this visa if you work for an accredited employer and have been employed in a Tier 2 Green List role for at least 24 months.
Care Workforce Work to Residence
You are eligible to apply for this visa if you work for an accredited employer and have been employed in a care workforce sector role for at least 24 months..
Transport Work to Residence
You are eligible to apply for this visa if you work for an accredited employer and have been employed in a transport sector role for at least 24 months.
Skilled Migrant Category
You need 6 points to apply for residence under this category.
You can claim 3 to 6 points from your:
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NZ occupational registration
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Qualification (Bachelor’s higher), or
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Income from your job or job offer (earning at least 1.5 times the median wage).
Additionally, you can earn 1 point for each year of skilled work experience in New Zealand.