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Essential Skills Work Category checklist

Following these steps will help you prepare and submit your application. You need to include the documents and information stated in the application form and its guide. For more detail, follow the application steps.

Task Completed

I have read the Guide for Working in New Zealand (NZIS 1016) PDF [202KB]

I have read the list of requirements in the Application to Work in New Zealand (NZIS 1015) PDF [117KB]

Yes/No

I have a recent passport size photograph of myself

Yes/No

I have a valid passport

Yes/No

I have the correct application fee 

Yes/No

I have an offer of employment and (where required) the necessary registration to work in my field in New Zealand

Yes/No

I have completed medical and x-ray forms and police certificates if required

Yes/No

I have evidence I am qualified and/or experienced for the position I have been offered

Yes/No

You are now ready to fill out the application form.

Application form completed

Task Completed

I have signed the form

Yes/No

If I have used an agent or consultant, they have signed the form

Yes/No

I have ticked off the requirements at the front of the form

Yes/No

You are now ready to submit your application to the nearest Immigration New Zealand office.

More about applying for a visa

For more information about getting your documents together, how long the application process might take, and what you can expect from us, see the more about applying for a visa section.


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