If you have been working in New Zealand for at least two years after being granted a work visa under the Work to Residence Category, you can apply for residence under our Residence from Work Category.

Requirements

Do a quick check of the minimum criteria to see if you qualify for Residence from Work. 

 

The requirements section will tell you in detail the requirements that you, your partner and any dependent children you want to include on your residence application must meet.

Apply

Follow the steps to apply for Residence from Work under the relevant instructions: Talent (Accredited Employers), Talent (Arts, Culture and Sports), Long Term Skill Shortage List, or Religious Worker.