New Zealand — Residency: Work Visa

Key facts

• To be eligible for a work visa, applicants typically need to have a job offer from a New Zealand employer and meet certain skill and experience requirements.

Steps

1. Step 1: Employer Obtains Work Visa Approval In Principle — The employer must submit an application to Immigration New Zealand for a Work Visa Approval In Principle. This is uncertain and requires further research to confirm.
2. Step 2: Employee Submits Visa Application — The employee must submit a visa application to Immigration New Zealand, providing required documents and information.

Costs

• Application fee: varies
• Immigration costs (if required): varies

Timelines

• Processing time: varies (typically 2-12 weeks)

Required documents

• Passport
• Completed visa application form
• Supporting documentation (e.g. police certificates, medical certificates)
• Proof of job offer and employment contract

Common mistakes

• Not meeting the required skill and experience levels for the job
• Not providing sufficient supporting documentation