Information about Post Study Work Visa (open)
This visa has been replaced by a Post-study work visa which is for all recent graduates who have successfully completed their qualification in New Zealand. If you already hold a Post Study Work Visa (open) you can apply for the new Post-study work visa before your current visa expires.
With this visa you can
- You can work in almost any job for any employer in New Zealand.
Things to note
- New applicants
From 26 November 2018 you can apply for a Post-study work visa that lets you work for any employer in NZ for 1, 2 or 3 years.
Post-study work visa - Current visa holders
If you already have a Post Study Work Visa (open), you can apply for a Post-study Work Visa for up to 2 years.
Changing a Post Study Work Visa
Check that you meet the detailed criteria.