Immigration Requirements
Please note: Geneva Health International Ltd are not
Licensed Immigration Advisors and therefore cannot advise on
immigration matters. Our information is based on that which is
publicly available or that is prepared or made available by the
Department of Labour.
We suggest that you visit the Immigration
of New Zealand website to get some understanding of what
options there are available and what is involved with each type of
visa/permit. However, below is a brief guideline.
New Zealand and Australian Passport Holders
If you hold a New Zealand or Australian passport you are
eligible to live in work in New Zealand and do not need to apply
for a visa.
Immigration for non Australians and non New Zealand
Passport Holders
There are several ways you can gain entry into New Zealand to
work. Options to work are as follows:
Working Holiday Visa
For 18-30 year olds. Depending on which country you are
travelling from this allows you to work in New Zealand for a short
period. Please check the NZIS website for more information on
how long you can stay and if you are entitled to this type of
Visa. The immigration website gives more detailed information
on this process and also enables you to apply on line.
Work Visas
If you have a work visa you are usually issued with a
permit during entry into New Zealand. A Work Permit
allows you to work in New Zealand for a limited amount of
time. You will require a job offer from a New Zealand employer
to apply for this visa. If you have been working in New Zealand for
at least two years after being granted a work visa and/or permit
under the Work to Residence category, you can apply for residence
under the Residence from Work category.
Permanent Residency
There are certain procedures to follow which Geneva Health will
guide you through.
If you want to make New Zealand
your long-term destination, the Skilled Migrant Category
(SMC) offers you the opportunity to move to New Zealand to
work and live permanently. If you qualify, you can submit an
Expression of Interest (EOI), in which you claim points for skills,
experience, and other factors.
Please do not start any immigration process at this stage. There
are certain procedures to follow which Geneva Health will guide you
through.