English language test results for residence from work
Check the test results we accept if you apply for a Religious Worker Resident Visa, or are the partner or dependent child of someone applying for residence from work.
English language test results we accept
- English language test results for residence visas
- English language test results for residence from work
- English language test results for a Dependent Child Resident Visa
- English language test results for a Parent Resident Visa
- English language test results for entrepreneurs and employees relocating to NZ
- English language test results for a Global Impact Work Visa
- English language test results for a China Working Holiday Visa
- English language tests — Philippines, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam working holidays
- English language test results for a Peru Working Holiday Visa
- English language test results for an Active Investor Plus Visa
Your test results
Your test results must be no more than 2 years old when we accept your visa application.
Check the table to find out which test results we accept as proof of your English language ability if you are:
- the principal applicant for a Religious Worker Resident Visa, or
- the partner or dependent child of someone applying for:
- Talent (Accredited Employer) Resident Visa
- Talent (Arts, Culture, Sports) Resident Visa
- Long Term Skill Shortage List Resident Visa
- Religious Worker Resident Visa.
| Test | Minimum score you need |
|---|---|
|
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – General or Academic Module |
Overall score of 5.0 or more |
|
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based Test (TOEFL iBT) |
Overall score of 35 or more |
|
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) |
Overall score of 36 or more |
| Cambridge English B2 First (FCE) |
Overall score of 154 or more |
|
B2 First for Schools (FCE for Schools) |
Overall score of 154 or more |
|
Occupational English Test (OET) |
(OET) Grade C or higher in all 4 skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. |