New Zealand Green List Residence Visa Assistance

NZIES provides licensed immigration advice and Green List residence visa application assistance for eligible skilled migrants considering Straight to Residence or Work to Residence.

New Zealand Immigration and Employment Solutions is based in Christchurch and assists residence applicants throughout New Zealand and internationally.

Professional Green List Residence Immigration Advice

New Zealand's Green List identifies occupations that may provide eligible skilled migrants with a pathway to residence.

Eligibility depends on occupation-specific requirements, employment, qualifications and relevant immigration instructions.

Green List Residence Pathways in New Zealand

Straight to Residence Visa

Eligible applicants in qualifying Tier 1 Green List occupations may be able to apply for residence without completing the qualifying New Zealand work period associated with Work to Residence.

Work to Residence Visa

Eligible applicants in qualifying Tier 2 Green List occupations may be able to apply for residence after completing the required qualifying work in New Zealand.

Green List Eligibility and Planning

NZIES provides professional immigration advice about Green List residence eligibility and application planning.

What Can Affect Green List Residence Eligibility?

Green List Occupation

Employment must meet the applicable occupation and role requirements.

Qualifications

Some occupations require specific qualifications.

Occupational Registration

Certain occupations require relevant professional or occupational registration.

Employment and Remuneration

Employment arrangements, job duties and applicable remuneration requirements may affect eligibility.

Qualifying Work Experience

Work to Residence applicants must satisfy the relevant qualifying employment requirements.

Other Residence Requirements

Applicants must satisfy applicable health, character and other residence requirements.

Straight to Residence vs Work to Residence

Straight to Residence and Work to Residence are different pathways with distinct occupation and eligibility requirements.

The appropriate residence pathway depends on the applicant's circumstances and relevant Immigration New Zealand instructions.

How NZIES Assists With Green List Residence Applications

Review Your Eligibility

Reviewing occupation, employment, qualifications and relevant immigration circumstances.

Prepare Your Residence Application

Assisting with application preparation and relevant supporting documentation.

Professional Immigration Assistance

Application submission and communication with Immigration New Zealand where engaged.

Residence Eligibility Assessment

NZIES offers a professional written residence eligibility assessment for NZ$399 plus GST where applicable.

If the applicant engages NZIES for a visa application under the assessed residence pathway within 12 months of the date the written assessment is issued, the NZ$399 assessment fee will be credited towards NZIES professional application fees.

The credit excludes Immigration New Zealand fees. Application preparation and lodgement are not included in the assessment.

Green List Residence Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New Zealand Green List?

The Green List identifies occupations that may provide eligible migrants with a pathway to residence.

What is the difference between Straight to Residence and Work to Residence?

Straight to Residence generally applies to qualifying Tier 1 occupations, while Work to Residence generally requires qualifying employment in eligible Tier 2 occupations.

Does having a Green List job guarantee residence?

No. Applicants must satisfy all applicable immigration requirements.

Do I need qualifications for Green List residence?

Qualification and occupational registration requirements depend on the relevant occupation.

How long do I need to work before applying for Work to Residence?

Applicants must satisfy the applicable qualifying work requirements under relevant immigration instructions.

Can changing employers affect my Work to Residence pathway?

Employment changes may affect eligibility and qualifying employment requirements.

Can my partner and children be included in my residence application?

Eligible family members may be included subject to the relevant residence requirements.

Can NZIES prepare my Green List residence application?

Yes. NZIES provides professional Straight to Residence and Work to Residence application assistance.

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Contact NZIES for professional Green List residence immigration advice and application assistance.