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New Zealand RESIDENT VISA OPTIONS

Continue your exploration of New Zealand's resident visa options, empowering yourself to make well-informed choices for your future

A range of options are available for those seeking to obtain residence of New Zealand. Many of the available pathways commence with temporary visas that allow you to visit, work, or study in New Zealand. Some visas, such as those conferred under the Skilled Migrant Category and Green List pathway can provide residence status within a short timeframe, but this will always depend on your personal circumstances.

Given the investment of time and money in pursuing residence of New Zealand, it is vital to confirm eligibility, and the most efficient strategy at the outset – this can save time, and thousands of dollars. Therefore, assessing your eligibility for the various visa options and their potential to lead to permanent residency is essential.

You can explore the choices available here; and If you are unsure about the most suitable pathway, get in touch with our expert Team who can guide you on the way forward.

GREEN LIST PATHWAY VISA

Your gateway to residence of New Zealand, with an in demand occupation

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SKILLED MIGRANT RESIDENT VISA

Understand the options that exist under New Zealand's main residence pathway

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PARTNERSHIP RESIDENT VISA

Learn about eligibility requirements and the application process to bring your loved one to New Zealand

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PARENT RESIDENT VISA

Discover the pathways available for parents to join their children in New Zealand

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DEPENDENT CHILD RESIDENT VISA

Understand the requirements and process that allow your child to join you in New Zealand

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INVESTOR RESIDENT VISA

Understand what it takes to achieve residence of New Zealand through investment

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Meet Our Expert Team 

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Tim McSweeney

Immigration Lawyer

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Kera WanG

Senior Consultant

Head of Asia Business

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MOHAMED ANAS

RAHEEM

Immigration Lawyer

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Danica Bandojo

Immigration Consultant

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ZOE WANG

Immigration Assistant 

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