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  • Moving from the Pacific Islands

    … 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 … information Visas for New Zealand Find a visa and apply online | INZ Pacific Access Category Resident Visa | INZ …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/choose-new-zealand/compare-new-zealand/moving-from-the-pacific-islands
  • Before you apply

    …   Get the right advice You can submit an application for a visa yourself or if you feel a bit unsure of the process and … costs involved. Getting immigration advice   Explore your visa options A visa application is not cheap, and the process … meeting criteria | Immigration New Zealand   Use NZ Ready online planning tool Like everything to do with migration, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand/before-you-apply
  • Study in New Zealand

    … with New Zealand.   Learn about global pathways, studying online, or studying right here in New Zealand.  Study with … that's less than three months, you don’t need a student visa: just a visitor visa. You'll need a student visa if you’re planning to study …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/study-in-new-zealand
  • Move to New Zealand

    … to New Zealand 1 Research New Zealand Research New Zealand online and consider coming for a visit to explore the … soon know if you would like to live here. 2 Choose a visa Choose the best visa for you. This is likely to depend on how long you want …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand
  • Apply online for your visa

    … Most work, student and visitor visas can be applied for online. Applying online is often faster and less expensive … form. When you apply online we can also issue your visa electronically so you won't have to send us your … Immigration New Zealand website. … Apply online for your visa
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/apply-online-for-your-visa
  • Contact us

    … only) 0508 558 855 From overseas or mobile +64 9 914 4100 Visa & immigration enquiries Online Explore visa options and requirements Immigration New Zealand website …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/contact-us
  • Privacy Policy

    … provide to identify whether you are issued a New Zealand visa. Perform statistical analysis on the people who have … website will be used to determine any current or future visa application. As with all personal information you … the site, or when completing the Live and Work New Zealand online registration form. This site also uses third party …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/privacy-policy
  • Employment rights

    … rules. You must also stay within the conditions of your visa. Some of your key employee rights are covered on this … website. It has information in 14 languages and a free online course where you can learn about your minimum rights. … leave | Employment New Zealand Check your passport and visa before going overseas on holiday Thinking of taking a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/employment-rights
  • Access help and support

    … to help them settle and work in New Zealand. Icon Look online This website is your first step. It is full of useful … you helpful information in answer to your questions about visa applications and processes. From a New Zealand landline, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/move-to-new-zealand/access-help-and-support
  • After you graduate

    … you may be able to apply for a post study work visa that lets you stay in New Zealand for up to three years. … Zealand. You may be eligible to apply for a further work visa or residence visa.  Staying to work after study | … check the careers.govt.nz website, which has a list of online recruitment sites. You will find links to those sites …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/after-you-graduate
  • Protect yourself from scammers

    … an urgent need for money or for a job be looking for love online have some cash to invest believe we’ve won a … applying for a job or to rent a property or buying a car online, make sure the company is legitimate and that you see … tell the person that there has been a problem with their visa or arrival card information and demand that they pay …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/protect-yourself-from-scammers
  • Getting job-ready

    … as the partner of someone with a skilled migrant or work visa, and you want to try something new, the careers.govt.nz … a strategy. This is the starting point for the Job Seeker Online Course. Complete this free online course to gain insights into preparing yourself for …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/getting-job-ready
  • 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 … 1. Check your qualification To work in New Zealand, apply online for membership of the New Zealand Institute of … 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
  • Job websites & recruitment companies

    … with a professional body in order to get a job and visa. In any case, getting a visa may be more straightforward if you are able to obtain … potential employees in person or at least face-to-face online. It may increase your chances of getting a job. Today, …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/job-websites-recruitment-companies
  • 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 … To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/civil-engineer-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 … To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/construction/construction-project-manager-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Building a business and a life

    … and came here in October 2010 on a limited student visa to study English. “It was quite hard for me to take … and craft markets. The couple have gone through many visa applications before becoming permanent residents, and … that they provide us.” Ying also registered their company online, which was particularly helpful as she already works …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/building-a-business-and-a-life
  • Software engineer jobs in New Zealand

    … and qualifications –  it may be easier to apply for a visa.   Flexible work Software engineers in New Zealand have … you’ll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa. To discover where you could work as a software … To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/software-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Psychiatrist jobs in New Zealand

    … and qualifications –  it may be easier to apply for a visa. Psychiatrists in New Zealand have a varied case mix, … you’ll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa. To discover where you could work as a psychiatrist in …   To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/healthcare/psychiatrist-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Sonography jobs in New Zealand

    … and qualifications –  it may be easier to apply for a visa. Sonographers in New Zealand have a varied case mix, … you’ll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa. To discover where you could work as a sonographer in … To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/healthcare/sonography-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 … To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/engineering/mechanical-engineer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Breaking new ground

    … later, she was invited to apply for a skilled migrant visa. She says often other migrants don’t need to use an … as if you’re applying on your own,” she says. Mylene says online forums, such as Yahoo! Groups, are a good place to … I’m just wearing three layers!” She talks to her mother online almost every day, and has had to get to know her …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/breaking-new-ground
  • Volunteering in New Zealand

    … Who can volunteer? If you hold a student, visitor or work visa, you may be able to volunteer your time and skills to … or food, for the work you do as volunteer. If your work visa specifies an employer, occupation or region, any … local community centre, library or supermarket, or search online sites like SEEK. There are hundreds of groups around …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/tips-for-settling-in/volunteering-in-new-zealand
  • From Ireland to Auckland - a seamless transition

    … into place. Máire flew into Auckland on a working holiday visa. “I was really lucky to have my job secured, so that was … migrant, Máire applied for and received her resident’s visa within a few months. “It meant I was able to really … and Skype may have won Máire her dream job here, but other online services helped her settle in. Through AirBnB, she …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/from-ireland-to-auckland-a-seamless-transition
  • Tips for success

    … self-help resources, and career advisers you can chat with online or over the phone. Another option is finding a job … your applications and interview techniques. Just search online. Home | careers.govt.nz A ‘job-ready’ checklist You … New Zealand. If you hold a student, visitor, or work visa you can volunteer, providing you will not receive any …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/finding-applying-for-jobs/tips-for-success
  • Buying or building a house

    … What if my partner has a different visa? If you are buying a property together with your partner … a property A good place to start looking for properties is online. TradeMe and other property websites have listings … a start, most insurance companies’ websites have links to online calculators. The sorted.org website has more …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/housing/buying-or-building
  • Tertiary education & training

    … people from age 15 right up to 65+.  Distance learning Online and flexible learning options can increase the range … & cities Fees and associated costs New Zealand resident visa holders are classified as domestic students in New …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/education-and-schooling/tertiary-education-training
  • New Zealand Police

    … firearms. You can read about their code of conduct online. There is more detail about their powers on the … who break the law while in New Zealand on a temporary work visa can be deported. Traffic offences Traffic offences …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/safety/new-zealand-police
  • Developer programmer jobs in New Zealand

    … you’ll need a job offer before you can apply for a work visa. To discover where you could work as a developer … sites listed by Careers New Zealand 3. Apply for a visa Good news - developer programmers are on New Zealand’s … To make your move hassle-free, try NZ Ready. This free online tool gives you a personalised task list to help you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/work-in-new-zealand/job-market-key-industries/information-technology/developer-programmer-jobs-in-new-zealand
  • Legal system

    … a JP signature as a part of an Immigration New Zealand visa application.   What does a JP do? As well as witnessing … under ‘Justices of the Peace’. You can also search the online directory to find one that lives in your area or who …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/history-government/legal-system
  • Cost of living in New Zealand

    … 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 … teens (14-17) and children (0-14). There are resources online to compare or see the price and availability of your …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/live-in-new-zealand/money-tax/cost-of-living-in-new-zealand

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