New Zealand Skilled Migrant Visa

If you’re in search of overseas work opportunities, the best place to start would be the New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category. This is the best route to NZ skilled migration because it offers skilled workers from across the globe the opportunity to apply for the New Zealand skilled migrant visa and settle in New Zealand permanently. In other words, this is the category that allows you to live and work in New Zealand indefinitely.

Who May Apply for the Skill Migration to New Zealand?

For you to qualify for the New Zealand skilled migrant opportunity and be eligible for residence under the SMC you must:

  • be healthy
  • be of good character
  • speak English.
  • be 55 years or under

You will be assessed against a points system that awards points for various criteria including qualifications, employability and remuneration.

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Important Points About The NZ Skilled Migration Application Process

You may or may not automatically apply for residence even if you score sufficient points. First, you must be issued an invitation to apply (ITA) for residence and this will only be forthcoming if you have lodged an Expression of Interest (EOI) application and not only been selected from the SMC Pool but also assessed as having completed the lengthy form accurately.

Herein lies the rub. A number of questions require you to state why your qualifications and employability should be recognised by Immigration New Zealand for the award of points according to Government instructions. As a client of Tri-Nations Migration, we will answer these subjective questions for you to ensure a successful decision on your behalf.

Complete our online form for a free assessment of your eligibility to meet Immigration New Zealand for a resident’s visa under the Skilled Migrant Category.

For more information on how you can apply for the New Zealand skilled migrant visa, contact us.

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For more information on on how to immigrate to New Zealand or Australia or even to apply for an Australian Visa or New Zealand Visa, contact us.