New Zealand Skilled Workers Visa
The New Zealand Government through its skilled workers visa program invites skilled professionals from all over the world to migrate to New Zealand to work there and contribute towards the growth of their economy. For this purpose, the following category of skilled worker visa has been introduced by the New Zealand Government, eligibility of which depends on individual circumstances.
Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa
The Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa is designed for those skilled individuals who want to migrate to New Zealand and contribute towards the growth of their economy. To obtain this visa, it is essential for an individual to have valid professional experience and qualification relevant to skills that New Zealand is facing shortage in and have a job offer in that area. Such visa holders can live in New Zealand and work there full-time.
To obtain this visa, you are supposed to send and Expression of Interest mentioning your experience, skills and qualifications, if they match the requirement criteria which are based on points based system, you will be invited to apply for New Zealand residence.
Benefits of this Visa:
- Live in New Zealand
- Work full-time in New Zealand
- Study as a domestic student
- Include your spouse and dependent children in your application.
- Apply for permanent residence (based on eligibility)
