A New Zealand residence visa for skilled workers with a skilled job or job offer from an accredited employer. The job must be full-time (at least 30 hours a week) and either permanent or of qualifying length.

You need 6 points. They can come from your qualifications, New Zealand occupational registration or income, and skilled work in New Zealand adds up to 3 more. You must also be 55 or younger, speak English, and meet the health and police-certificate requirements.

How to apply: submit a free Expression of Interest. If you are invited, you have 4 months to lodge the full application, which costs from NZD 6,450.

Details checked against the official source on 10 Oct 2026. Always confirm dates and requirements on the official page before applying.