New Zealand
New Zealand Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa
For people with skilled employment or an offer in New Zealand who qualify through the points-based, skilled-work-experience, or trades-and-technician pathway.
Core requirements
The principal applicant must be aged 55 or younger when applying for residence.
A qualifying skilled job or job offer in New Zealand with an accredited employer and the applicable pay requirement is generally required.
One of the points-based, skilled-work-experience, or trades-and-technician pathways must be met; their points, qualification, pay and New Zealand experience rules differ.
The principal applicant must meet the English requirement for skilled residence.
Official sources
- Skilled Migrant Category Resident VisaImmigration New Zealand · Reviewed 2026-09-03
- Skilled Migrant Category pathway to residenceImmigration New Zealand · Reviewed 2026-09-03
General educational information only, not personalized immigration or legal advice. Requirements can change; confirm them with the responsible government authority before acting. Next scheduled review: 2026-10-03.