Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa New Zealand

NZIES provides licensed immigration advice, eligibility assessments and Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa application assistance for eligible skilled migrants and families.

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

Professional Skilled Migrant Category Immigration Advice

The Skilled Migrant Category is a New Zealand residence pathway for eligible skilled workers who meet relevant immigration requirements.

NZIES assists with Skilled Migrant Category residence planning, eligibility assessments, application preparation and immigration representation.

Our Skilled Migrant Category Residence Services

SMC Eligibility Assessment

Professional assessment of relevant Skilled Migrant Category immigration requirements and potential eligibility concerns.

Residence Pathway Planning

Immigration advice about skilled employment, qualifications, work experience and other relevant residence requirements.

SMC Visa Application Assistance

Professional assistance with Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa application preparation and communication with Immigration New Zealand.

What Can Affect Skilled Migrant Category Eligibility?

Skilled Employment

Relevant skilled employment, occupation, remuneration and employer circumstances may affect residence eligibility.

Qualifications

Recognised qualifications and supporting evidence may be relevant to Skilled Migrant Category residence requirements.

Occupational Registration

Qualifying occupational registration may be relevant to certain applicants.

Work Experience

Qualifying New Zealand skilled work experience and employment timing may affect eligibility.

Family Circumstances

Partners and dependent children may be included where applicable requirements are met.

Health and Character

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

Skilled Migrant Category Residence Planning

Early professional immigration advice can help applicants identify potential eligibility concerns, understand relevant requirements and prepare for a future residence application.

Skilled Migrant Category Residence Eligibility Assessment

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

The assessment reviews relevant circumstances, potential residence pathways and identified concerns. Visa application preparation and lodgement are excluded.

12-Month Assessment Fee Credit

If you engage NZIES for an application under the assessed residence pathway within 12 months of the date your written assessment is issued, your NZ$399 assessment fee will be credited towards our professional application service fee.

Immigration New Zealand fees are excluded from the credit.

How NZIES Assists With SMC Applications

Review Your Eligibility

Assessing your circumstances against applicable Skilled Migrant Category immigration instructions.

Prepare Your Application

Assisting with relevant application documentation under a separate application engagement.

Professional Immigration Assistance

Providing application preparation, submission and representation services where engaged.

Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa FAQs

What is the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa?

A residence category for eligible skilled migrants who meet applicable immigration requirements.

Do I need a skilled job to qualify for SMC residence?

Skilled employment requirements are important to the Skilled Migrant Category. The requirements depend on applicable immigration instructions.

Can my qualifications help me qualify for residence?

Relevant recognised qualifications may contribute to eligibility under applicable Skilled Migrant Category requirements.

Does New Zealand work experience matter?

Qualifying New Zealand skilled work experience may be relevant to residence eligibility.

Can my partner and children be included?

Eligible partners and dependent children may be included subject to relevant immigration requirements.

Does an Accredited Employer Work Visa guarantee residence?

No. Holding a work visa does not automatically establish Skilled Migrant Category residence eligibility.

Can NZIES assess my SMC eligibility?

Yes. NZIES offers professional written residence eligibility assessments for NZ$399 plus GST where applicable.

Can NZIES prepare my SMC application?

Yes. NZIES provides professional Skilled Migrant Category application assistance under a separate engagement.

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Contact NZIES for professional Skilled Migrant Category residence immigration advice and application assistance.