Settlement

When you first arrive in New Zealand, you need immediate and ongoing settlement support. You’ll find links to important settlement information on this page, whether you’re a newcomer to NZ or an agency that provides services to migrants and refugees.

 

NZ Government support for Settlement

A number of government agencies help migrants and refugees with education, health, housing, and work.

 

Settlement Support New Zealand

Support agencies operate around the country, connecting individuals and communities with migrant and refugee services. They act as your local point of contact.

 

Settlement Programmes in your region

Immigration New Zealand supports a number of regional and national migrant and refugee programmes. Services offered include English language tuition, information on buying and renting homes, and tax and business information.

 

Advice on Settling In

Lots of useful information about your first days, weeks, and months in New Zealand.

 

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Further Information


Publications

Calendar of Events (coming soon)

NZ Settlement Strategy

What is 'Settlement'?

Migrant Stories

Linkz Magazine

 

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