The Basics Of Immigrating To NZ

If you are thinking of moving to the Eastern Bay of Plenty from overseas then you will need to be aware of New Zealand's immigration laws and systems. This isn't the place to get comprehensive information on the topic, but we will give you an overview and point you in the right direction to take the next steps. Nothing on this site should be taken as immigration advice - we just want to make sure you have the basics.

You'll be pleased to know that New Zealand welcomes new migrants - people who will contribute to our country by bringing valuable skills or qualifications, setting up a business, or making a financial investment. The fact is, we are all immigrants to New Zealand at one time or another. Even Maori have stories about when they first arrived here in their great waka.

There are several categories for you to consider in your decision to move to New Zealand.

Skilled Migrant Category
The Skilled Migrant Category is the main path to residence in New Zealand. It is designed to make sure that people migrating to New Zealand have the skills the country needs. This category works on a points system. Points are earned on the basis of your qualifications, work experience and job, or job offer, in New Zealand.

Business & Investment Category
The Business and Investment Category is intended to encourage investors, entrepreneurs, and business people. There are several sub categories under here.

Family Policies
Many people already settled in New Zealand want their close family to join them. New Zealand has a range of family policies facilitating partners, dependent children, parents, siblings or adult children of New Zealand citizens or residents to come to live in New Zealand.

Other opportunities
There may well be other opportunities for you to gain entry to New Zealand. For more information visit the New Zealand Government immigration website or contact an immigration consultant.

If you decide to use an immigration consultant it is important to make sure to secure a professional and reputable one. Visit the Immigration Advisers Authority for more information. 

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