Visas for Private Clients

Temporary and Residence Visas

We share some general information about visa policies on this page. This material is for information purposes only. You should contact a Licensed Immigration Adviser for personal immigration advice.

Accredited Employer Work Visa

An Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) allows you to work in New Zealand for up to five years. Certain occupations may also provide a pathway to residence.

Summary of Requirements:

  • Applicants must have a full-time job offer from an accredited New Zealand employer
  • Be of good health and character
  • Provide evidence of work experience and/or qualifications for the job offered.

How we can assist:

We can review your application and advise you on the evidence you should provide to meet the visa criteria.

Accredited Employer Work Visa

An Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) allows you to work in New Zealand for up to five years. Certain occupations may also provide a pathway to residence.

Some of requirements include:

  • Applicants must have a full-time job offer from an accredited New Zealand employer
  • Be of good health and character
  • Provide evidence of work experience and/or qualifications for the job offered.

How we can assist:

We can review your application and advise you on the evidence you should provide to meet the visa criteria.

Partnership Visas

Are you a New Zealand resident, citizen or visa holder looking to bring a family member to New Zealand to join you, either temporarily or permanently?

This category is suitable for couples who are:

  • Married
  • In a civil union
  • In a de facto relationship

If you are in a genuine and stable relationship and have lived at the same address for a reasonable period with a Kiwi partner or an eligible temporary visa holder, you can apply for a visa under this category.

Contact us today to understand your options.

Skilled Migrant Resident Visa

This visa is for people who have the skills New Zealand needs for economic growth.

Summary of Requirements:

  • Be aged 55 or younger at the time the residence application is made
  • Meet good health and character requirements
  • English language requirements
  • Meet the skilled employment requirements
  • Qualify for 6 points
  • The employment is genuine, full-time, and either permanent or for a fixed term of at least 12 months.

How we can assist:

You may be eligible for a Skilled Migrant Resident Visa. We will review your case and assist you in applying under the correct criteria for the best chance of success.

Skilled Migrant Resident Visa

This visa is for people who have the skills New Zealand needs for economic growth.

Summary of Requirements:

  • Be aged 55 or younger at the time the residence application is made
  • Be of good health and character
  • English language requirements
  • Meet the skilled employment requirements
  • Qualify for 6 points
  • The employment is genuine, full-time, and either permanent or for a fixed term of at least 12 months.

How we can assist:

You may be eligible for a Skilled Migrant Resident Visa. We will review your case and assist you in applying under the correct criteria for the best chance of success.

Straight To Residence Visa

If you have one of the skills on the Green list (Tier 1), you may be eligible for Fast Track to residency.

Summary of Requirements:

  • Be aged 55 or younger at the time the residence application is made
  • Be of good health and character
  • English language requirements
  • Hold current employment or a job offer from an accredited employer, and your role is on Tier 1 of the Green List
  • The employment must be genuine, full-time, and offer a pay rate at or above the median wage.

How we can assist:

We can assess whether your job offer meets the requirements, including income thresholds, and advise you on your eligibility for the Green List under Tier 1 before guiding you through the whole process.

Student Visas

There are many different visas that a student could study on.

  •  International Students

If you wish to undertake studies at Primary, Intermediate, High School, or Tertiary levels in New Zealand, then you need to apply for a foreign full fee-paying student visa.

How we can assist:

 We offer personalised advice on academic pathways, assist with course selection in top New Zealand schools, help students make informed decisions, and provide student visa services.

  • Domestic Students

School-age children of individuals in New Zealand on work visas can attend Primary, Intermediate or High School as “domestic students”. You need to apply for a student visa but do not have to pay international student fees. 

Student Visas

There are many different visas that a student could study on.

  •  International Students

If you wish to undertake studies at Primary, Intermediate, High School, or Tertiary levels in New Zealand, then you need to apply for a foreign full fee-paying student visa.

How we can assist:

We offer personalised advice on academic pathways, assist with course selection in top New Zealand schools, help students make informed decisions, and provide student visa services.

  • Domestic Students

School-age children of individuals in New Zealand on work visas can attend Primary, Intermediate or High School as “domestic students”. You need to apply for a student visa but do not have to pay international student fees.

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