The same but different

Family on the Beach

Migrating to New Zealand needn’t be a journey into the complete unknown nor should it be a major culture shock for you.

 

Of course New Zealand will be different and there will be things that are unfamiliar to you at first. But equally, you will have given yourself the priceless opportunity to start a new life with all the benefits and opportunities which come from that.

Quality of Life
In many ways it’s not what we have that’s important to our quality of life – it’s what we don’t have!
Leisure and lifestyle
Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, on the beach or at the theatre, on the playing fields or in the garden, New Zealand has an inexhaustible range of things to do, see and enjoy.
Housing
Compared with what you probably paid for your current home, you’ll find your local currency converted into New Zealand dollars will go a very long way in our real estate market.
Health
New Zealand’s healthcare system is widely regarded as one of the best of the OECD countries.
Education

Our government-funded schooling system provides a comprehensive curriculum of academic, sporting and skills-based learning options, in a positive environment.

Cost of Living
New migrants generally find that New Zealand offers a better balance between cost of living and lifestyle than they had before.
Measures and conversions
To make your conversion to New Zealand complete, you will need to convert some of your language into some of ours.
Kiwi Calendar
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a gallon of gas?  Where would I live?  What are the health and education costs? These, and other commonly asked questions, are answered here.