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NZ Residence Pathway Guide

To help employers and visa holders understand and navigate Immigration NZ’s pathway to residence, our free RV video guide provides information and insights.

You’ll Learn:

• The 2 Key Work based Residence options with various pathways within:

  • Skilled Migrant Category (SMC)

    • 6 Point Pathway
    • Trades & Technician Pathway (new)
    • Skilled Work Experience Pathway (new)

  • Skilled Migrant Residence (SMR) aka Green List pathway

    • Straight to Residence
    • Work to Residence

• Who Qualifies and When

  • Understand the role of experience, salary, qualifications, and visa type in meeting residence criteria.

• How to Get On and Stay On the Pathway

  • Learn how a professional assessment can help you avoid delays, track changes in policy, and take the right steps now.

Hosted by Licensed Immigration Adviser

They’ll walk you through:

• Current eligibility rules and who they’re aimed at
• What Occupations face more challenges aka Amber and Red List
• Common mistakes and missed opportunities
• How to plan your next move toward residence