Skilled Visa for New Zealand
Do you have a job offer for New Zealand but no visa? Or have you used up your 1 year Working Holiday visa already?
About the New Zealand Skilled Visa
The Skilled visa for New Zealand is an alternative path for working & living in New Zealand. It is suitable for people looking to live & work in New Zealand who may have already used up their working holiday visa option or are no longer eligible for the working holiday due to their age. There is no age limit on the Skilled visa application and the visa may be granted for a period of 1 to 5 years, depending on the contract of employment.
About This Visa
Age
18+. We would recommend anyone aged 18-30 years consider the Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand first before applying for the Skilled Visa option
Passport Holders From
Ireland, United Kingdom, Belgium, Canada, China, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, USA
Funds
Proof of sufficient funds is expected upon entry
Children
No Dependent Children travelling with you
Job Offer
You must hold an offer of employment from an employer based in New Zealand
Required Documentation
- Completed Work Visa application form (supplied by USIT)
- Completed Migration Agent Services Form (supplied by USIT)
- Offer of employment
- Your Passport
- 2 passport sized photos
- Copy of relevant qualifications - if relevant to your job offer
- Copy of your CV
- Registration documentation to be completed by your employer
- Garda Certificate or Police Clearance may also be required
- A medical exam may also be required
Processing Times
It should take 6 - 10 weeks for your visa to be approved. We can hold flight options for you until your visa is issued so that you are not stuck booking a flight at last minute prices.
New Zealand Skilled Visa
- Visa Application Assistance
- Migration Agent Fees
- Immigration Department Fees
- 12 Months Insurance
- NZ Bank Account
- NZ Sim Card
