New Zealand•OceaniaWork to Residence Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-56 days
Application Fee
4,290 NZD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence visa for workers who have completed 24 months in Tier 2 Green List occupation. Requires job offer from accredited employer. Direct path to permanent residency.
The Work to Residence Visa is a direct pathway to permanent residency for workers employed in Tier 2 Green List occupations. After 24 months in eligible work, workers can apply for immediate residency.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
65,748 NZD
per year
Professional
Experience
2+ years
Language
English
Advanced
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Employment history
24 months in Tier 2 Green List role
Employment contracts
All contracts during 24-month period
Wage evidence
Pay stubs showing required wage threshold
Medical certificate
Health assessment
Police certificate
Good character
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Advantages
- Fast pathway to permanent residency
- Clear 24-month requirement
- No points-based competition
- Direct to permanent residency
Considerations
- Requires 24 months prior work history
- Limited to Tier 2 occupations
- Age limit 55 years
- Wage threshold required
Application Process
Work 24 months
In Green List Tier 2 role
Secure job offer
From accredited employer for resident role
Complete application
Work to Residence Visa form
Gather documentation
Employment history, contracts, references
Health examination
Medical assessment required
Police certificate
Good character certificate
Pay fee
NZD 4,290
Await decision
Usually 6-8 weeks
Application Forms
Work to Residence Visa Application
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