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Work Visa: Pursue Your Career Goals Around the World
A New Zealand Work Visa allows foreign nationals to live and work in New Zealand for a specified period. Some work visas provide a pathway to residency, depending on the visa type and job role.
Applying for a New Zealand Work Visa can be a complex process, but an experienced and reliable immigration advisor can make it seamless and improve your chances of success.
Types of New Zealand Work Visas, we can help you with
1 Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
- For skilled workers with a job offer from an accredited NZ employer.
- Can lead to residency in the future.
2 Working Holiday Visa
- For young people (18-30 or 18-35, depending on the country).
- Allows work and travel in NZ for up to 12 months (23 months for UK & Canada).
3 Skilled Migrant Category Work Visa
- For highly skilled professionals who meet points-based criteria.
- Can lead to permanent residency.
4 Partner of a New Zealander Work Visa
- For those in a genuine relationship with an NZ citizen or resident.
- Allows work for any employer in NZ.
5 Post-Study Work Visa
- For international students who completed a recognized qualification in NZ.
- Valid for 1 to 3 years, depending on the level of study.
6 Specific Purpose Work Visa
- For short-term projects, business needs, or specialized work in NZ.

Here’s how we can assist you:
- Visa Eligibility Assessment
- Analyze your qualifications, work experience, and job prospects.
- Recommend the best work visa category for your profile.
- Advise if your employer needs to be accredited (for AEWV applications).
- Documentation & Application Preparation
- Help gather and verify all required documents (passport, job offer, work experience, qualifications, etc.).
- Ensure your job contract meets INZ requirements.
- Assist in writing a compelling application to increase approval chances.
- Visa Lodgment & Processing
- Submit your application error-free to Immigration New Zealand (INZ).
- Keep track of deadlines and ensure timely submission.
- Monitor progress and provide real-time updates on your application status.
- Communication with Immigration Authorities
- Act as your representative and respond to any queries from INZ.
- Handle requests for additional documents or clarifications.
- Assist in case of delays or complications.
- Outcome
- Visa is approved or rejected.
- If approved, visa is collected and delivered to the applicant.
- Post-Visa Assistance
- Assist in work visa extensions or transitions to residency.
- Help with bringing family members to NZ.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In most cases, yes. You typically need a job offer from a New Zealand employer to support your work visa application, unless applying under specific categories like working holiday visas, post-study work visas etc.
Most countries require a job offer and employer sponsorship before issuing a work visa.
Processing times range from a few weeks to several months, depending on the country and visa category.
Yes, most work visas can be extended, provided you meet the renewal requirements set by the immigration authorities.