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Visit us to find out how to apply for a visa or NZeTA, employ migrant workers, and assist students and refugees. You can also find out what you need to do to give immigration advice, and get information for medical professionals, carriers, and tourism and event organisations.
Welcome to the New Zealand Government’s official immigration website. Visit us to find out how to apply for a visa, to visit, study, work or live in New Zealand. You can also request an NZeTA to get approval to board a plane to New Zealand.
You must have 6 points to apply. Check your points. You must have a job or a job offer in New Zealand to apply. Your employment must be with an accredited employer and either full-time and permanent, for a fixed-term of at least 12 months or a contract for services of at least 6 months.
Interested in coming to New Zealand? Sign up to receive relevant job opportunities from New Zealand employers and practical advice on how to make your move to New Zealand a reality.
Start here to learn more about living and working in New Zealand. Helping potential and new migrants learn how Kiwis work, live and play, the skills we need, and all about moving to Aotearoa - the land of the long white cloud.
Take the first step to a new life by registering your interest with Immigration New Zealand. We’ll send you personalised emails about job opportunities in your profession, life in New Zealand and choosing the right visa.
Having a valid passport, the right visa and completing the entry requirements are key to a trouble-free entry into New Zealand. Your passport has to be valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure date, and if required, have a valid New Zealand visa.
An overview of the steps to choosing a New Zealand visa, preparing an application and visa processing. If you need a visa, use the online tool to compare visa options and requirements to help you decide.
If you’re 55 or younger and want to live in New Zealand (NZ) permanently, you can apply for a resident visa, or a work visa that leads to residence after working here for 2 years.
Request your NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority). The fastest way to request your NZeTA is by downloading our free app to your mobile phone.
