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.
Your result must be no more than 2 years old at the time you apply and must be obtained by sitting the test in person at a test centre. Tests taken remotely outside of a test centre, such as ‘at home’ tests are not acceptable.
Check Table 1 to find out which test results we accept as proof of your English language ability if you are:
In 2023 the International English Language Test System (IELTS) provider introduced a One Skill Retake option for both their Academic and General Training tests. The IELTS One Skill Retake must be completed within 60 days of the original test date.
The Cambridge English: First (FCE) is now called B2 First.
The Cambridge English: First for Schools (FCE) is now called B2 First for Schools.
Test | Minimum score you need |
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International English Language Testing System (IELTS): |
5 overall |
Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) |
35 overall |
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) |
36 overall |
Cambridge English B2 First |
154 overall |
154 overall |
|
Occupational English Test (OET) |
(OET) Grade C or higher in all 4 skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. |
Instead of taking an English language test, you can meet our English language requirements by:
English-speaking background
Learning English after you come to New Zealand
Information valid as at 2024/07/01 16:41:51.161610 GMT+12