Visa pathways
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Permanent residence
Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa
Residence for skilled workers with a job or offer from an accredited employer: 6-point pathway, Skilled Work Experience pathway, or Trades and Technician pathway.
Permanent residence
Green List — Straight to Residence / Work to Residence
Occupations on the Green List can apply for residence straight away (Tier 1) or after 2 years’ work (Tier 2).
Work
Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
Work for an accredited NZ employer for up to 5 years. The usual first step towards residence.
Study
Fee Paying Student Visa
Study full-time in New Zealand with limited work rights.
Visit
Visitor Visa / NZeTA
Visit for up to 9 months. Visa-waiver nationals need an NZeTA instead.