New Zealand Resident Visas

There are different categories of New Zealand residence visa such as Residence Visa under Skilled Migrant Category (SMC); Residence Visa under the Partnership category; Residence Visa can be granted to victims of domestic violence, refugee, and protected person.

The most common one is a residence Visa under (SMC) which was reopened in November 2021, it is
being reviewed after closed in March 2020. Applicants for the residence under Skilled Migrant Category must meet the criteria set by the policy and obtain at least 180 points. Points system calculation is based on age, employment in New Zealand, qualification, work experience. The application process is divided into different stages, Expression of Interest (EOI); Invitation to Apply (ITA) to the applicant if EOI is successful; submission of the Application, and the assessment itself.

We handled challenging SMR cases in the past and we are proud to win them. We use this expertise in providing our professional advice now on your future application for a New Zealand residence and aim for a successful outcome.

Applicants for the residence under the Partnership category must live together for at least 12 months prior to lodging the application. We will assess your eligibility for this visa, provide you with expert advice and submit your application focusing on the positive result.
We have proven winning records of residence applications for victims of domestic violence. Our team will help with this application if you are a victim of family violence by someone with whom you live or lived in a family relationship and act on your behalf.

New Zealand Immigration Consultants Ltd will assist you with your applications for a New Zealand refugee or asylum seeker residence visa application if you meet the requirements.