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  • Moving from the Pacific Islands

    … can be very different. Wages may be higher, but things cost more. Daily travel times to work can be longer. … Zealand way of working Housing in New Zealand Check your visa options If you decide to move to New Zealand, you need to check that you can get a visa. There may be a few different visas that you can apply …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands
  • Moving to New Zealand from Australia

    … the Tasman: changes to his career & lifestyle (02:13)   Cost of living Overall, New Zealand’s cost of living is … of New Zealand or Australia, or if you hold a NZ work visa valid for 2 years or more. The government pays for some … for elective procedures. Healthcare for temporary visa holders Even if you hold a temporary visa, you may still …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/australia
  • Moving to New Zealand with a Pacific Access Category (PAC) Resident visa

    … things - like power, telephone, food and clothes - will cost much more than you are used to. Make sure you know what … expect Watch videos of Pacific Access Category Resident Visa migrants talking about their experience of living and … English, practise interviews, and practise explaining your visa requirements.  When you get a job offer, check if it is …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands/moving-with-a-pacific-access-category-visa
  • Moving to New Zealand with a Samoan Quota Resident Visa

    … may not be what you expect Hear Samoan Quota Resident Visa migrants talk about their experience living and working … How long does it take you to get to work? How much does it cost you to get to work? How many hours a day do you work? … English, practise interviews, and practise explaining your visa requirements.  When you get a job offer, check if it is …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands/moving-to-new-zealand-with-a-samoan-quota-resident-visa
  • Paying for healthcare services

    … resident – check the Ministry of Health website) a work visa holder who is allowed to work here for 2 years or more the holder of a work visa that allows you to work here 2 years or more when … it is important to know that treatment is available at no cost, irrespective of your immigration status. The Burnett …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/healthcare/paying-for-healthcare-services
  • Moving to New Zealand from the UK

    … compares to living in the UK, and how you can get a visa to experience our lifestyle.  How New Zealand compares … healthcare Public healthcare in New Zealand is free or low cost — if you are a citizen, resident or hold a work visa valid for 2 years or more. The New Zealand Government …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/uk
  • Moving to New Zealand from Singapore

    … New Zealand compares to Singapore, and how you can get a visa to experience our lifestyle. How New Zealand compares … healthcare Public healthcare in New Zealand is free or low cost if you are a citizen, resident or hold a work visa valid for two years or more. Private healthcare …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/singapore
  • Moving from Ireland

    … how New Zealand compares to Ireland, and how you can get a visa to experience our lifestyle. How New Zealand compares … summers give him more time for his sailing and fishing. Cost of living You’ll find some things cost less in New … job in New Zealand. Finding & applying for jobs Getting a visa If you’re planning more than a brief sightseeing trip to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/ireland
  • Moving to New Zealand from the USA

    … how New Zealand compares to the USA, and how you can get a visa to experience our lifestyle. New Zealand provides wide … healthcare Public healthcare in New Zealand is free or low cost — if you are a citizen, resident or hold a work visa valid for 2 years or more. The New Zealand Government …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/usa
  • Cost of living in New Zealand

    … The cost of living is the amount of money needed for basic … population. Imported goods from your home country may cost more due to long distances and low demand. Goods that … or low-cost public healthcare system if you hold a work visa valid for two years or more or if you are a citizen or a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/money-tax/cost-of-living-in-new-zealand
  • Moving from Germany

    … how New Zealand compares to Germany, and how you can get a visa to experience our lifestyle. How New Zealand compares … healthcare Public healthcare in New Zealand is free or low cost if you are a citizen, resident or hold a work visa valid for two years or more. This is thanks to heavy …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/germany
  • The school system

    … (includes Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans) student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. You may need to provide the school with evidence of … a right to take part even if you do not pay the additional cost. If it is not part of the core curriculum your child can …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/the-school-system
  • Moving from South Africa

    … | OECD QV House Price Index | Quotable Value Comparable cost of living You’ll find some things cost less in New … opportunities in New Zealand for people with skills.  New Visa rules mean New Zealand businesses can employ a migrant … are met.  To learn more visit the Accredited Employer Work Visa page at Immigration New Zealand. Job market and key …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/south-africa
  • Building a new life & a new city

    … belongings to Christchurch, believing that with the huge cost of the move, they had to make it work. “We decided it … the help of an immigration adviser, got a 12-month work visa within three months. The family was soon on the way to … Recovery Project and was required to submit a new visa application. “We explained our circumstances to …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-new-life-a-new-city
  • Civil Engineer jobs in New Zealand

    … and qualifications – it may be easier to apply for a visa. Varied work You may be working on large-scale … also value our subsidised healthcare. If you hold a work visa valid for two years or more, are a citizen, or a … resident, public healthcare in New Zealand is free or low cost. ​ ​ Wide open spaces     We're similar in size to the …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/civil-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Canterbury education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/canterbury/education
  • Education providers in Waikato

    … (includes Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans) student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/waikato/education
  • Northland education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/northland/education
  • Gisborne education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/gisborne/education
  • Bay of Plenty education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/bay-of-plenty/education
  • Wellington education providers

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … . Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include m usic and singing, i maginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/wellington/education
  • Taranaki education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/taranaki/education
  • Education providers in Otago

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/otago/education
  • Southland education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/southland/education
  • Hawke's Bay education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/hawkes-bay/education
  • Buying or building a house

    … What if my partner has a different visa? If you are buying a property together with your partner … a conveyancing firm | New Zealand Society of Conveyancers Cost of housing It is common to negotiate on the price when … policy. So you need to have a good idea of what it would cost to replace your home if the worst should happen. You may …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/housing/buying-or-building
  • Auckland education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/auckland/education
  • Whanganui - Manawatū education

    … Tokelauans, Cook Islanders and Niueans), or a student visa holder based on your temporary work visa. Students who are not eligible to enrol as domestic … activities. Activities at playgroup are either free or low cost, and may include music and singing, imaginative play, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/regions-cities/whanganui-manawatu/education
  • Family move from South Africa to Wellington

    … and the company helped her apply for a work to residence visa. To move to New Zealand as a skilled migrant you must be … Belinda was 55 so she had to act fast.  “I really did the visa process very thoroughly because I knew I could use all … perfect but it is still where they want to be.  “The high cost of living – housing, food, transport - was always a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/family-move-from-south-africa-to-wellington
  • Quantity surveyor jobs in New Zealand

    … and qualifications –  it may be easier to apply for a visa. Flexible work Happy to help “Everyone works together in … an approved degree, with a major in quantity surveying or cost economics, and at least three years' relevant … you’ll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa. To discover where you could work as a quantity …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/quantity-surveyor-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Construction project manager jobs in New Zealand

    … and qualifications –  it may be easier to apply for a visa. Flexible work Construction project managers in New … you’ll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa. To discover where you could work as a construction … | Immigration New Zealand 4. Investigate your costs The cost of living may be different to back home, depending on …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/construction-project-manager-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Mechanical Engineer jobs in New Zealand

    … So if you have a job, you may find it easier to get a visa. Varied work Overseas-trained mechanical engineers often … You'll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa, so check out these job websites:   Engineering New … responsibility can earn NZ $110,000 - $180,000 a year. The cost of living may be different to back home, depending on …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/mechanical-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand

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