New Zealand: Resident Visa Applications to Open

Key Points  

• New Zealand will begin accepting residence visa applications beginning 29 September 2023 for certain foreign nationals currently holding visas in the country 

Overview  

The government of New Zealand will allow eligible applicants of the Work to Residence Visa, Care Workforce Work to Residence Visa, or Transport Work to Residence Visas to submit their residence visa application beginning 29 September 2023. Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements: 

• Hold two years of eligible work experience in a Green List or sector agreement role in New Zealand;
• Meet the relevant skill and wage thresholds; and
• Meet the other standard visa application requirements such as health, character, English language, and age.  

For additional insights on eligibility requirements, check here.  

What are the Changes?  

The government of New Zealand will begin accepting residence visa applications beginning 29 September 2023. These measures will apply to certain foreign nationals currently holding visas.

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of New Zealand’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.