Frequently asked questions

Is there an age limit on work visas?

Do I need to have a job offer before I can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)?

If I have a partner, how do we prove our relationship is genuine and that we have been together for a year or more?

If I get approved for residence, how long do I have before I need to go to New Zealand?

I want to apply for residence under the Skilled Migrant category. I have a job offer in New Zealand, but they want me to start work in the next month. What should I do?

Can I be offered a job if I do not hold a visa/permit that will allow me to work in New Zealand?

How do I become a New Zealand citizen?

Where do I find a panel doctor in the US?

When should I get my police certificates?

Does New Zealand have a retirement visa for people 56 and over?

How do I send my passport to the visa officer?

How often are selections for the Skilled Migrant EOI pool made?

Why is my Skilled Migrant category (SMC) application not being processed in the US?

What is the difference between a visa and a permit?