Information about South Island Contribution Resident Visa
You can apply for New Zealand residency if you have a South Island Contribution Work Visa, and have remained employed in the same industry and region for the last 2 years.
With this visa you can
- Live, work and study in the region recorded on your South Island Contribution Work Visa.
- Include your partner and dependent children aged 24 and under in your residence application.
Things to note
- To apply for this visa, you must have held a South Island Contribution Work Visa for 2 years.
Check that you meet the detailed criteria.