Work that leads to residence
If you’re 55 or younger and want to live in NZ permanently, you can apply for a resident visa, or a work visa that leads to residence after working here for 2 years.
Updates on visas
For general news about visas or to check on your visa, visit Immigration New Zealand’s website:
Visas that lead to residence
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has visas for different situations — check if you qualify for 1 of them.
Other visa options that lead to residence
You may be able to apply for residence if you’ve been working in New Zealand for 2 years on a temporary work visa.
Explore visa options for living permanently — INZ
How to apply for a resident, work or other type of visa
You can either apply online or on paper for a work or other type of visa from INZ. Check INZ’s website for:
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