Immigrating to New Zealand

The COVID-19 Pandemic has undoubtedly made immigrating to New Zealand more challenging, however things are evolving, and the pace of that change is quickening as our country gets closer to 90% of the eligible population being vaccinated. We’ve seen a shift from total border closures, to allowances for certain skills, occupations, and roles and as a result, things are looking positive for those wanting to live and work here in New Zealand.

We’ve created a visual guide on how you can currently get in, what the process generally looks like, and what to consider.

As our borders begin to open to people from other nations in April 2022, get in touch now to register your interest.

We can support you the whole way through the process

Employer networksEmployer networks
Hiring processHiring process
Relocation supportRelocation support

How to get inHow to get in

Projects
Projects
  • Government approved major infrastructure project
  • Government approved event
  • Major government approved programme
Skills
Skills
  • Unique experience and technical or specialist skills that are not readily obtainable in New Zealand

Hiring processHiring process

1
Application
Application
2
Application review
Application review
3
Phone screen
Phone screen
4
Interview
Interview
5
Reference check
Reference check
6
Job offer
Job offer

Mobility and relocation support
Mobility and relocation support

Employer
Employer
  • Submit an EOI request exception for "other critical workers" through immigration partner EY
  • Mandatory managed isolation – cover cost or cost to candidate
Candidate
Candidate
  • Visa application supported by immigration partner EY
  • Mandatory managed isolation – discuss with employer who is to cover the cost

We can support you every step of the way

We’re aware the process can be daunting, and now so more than ever, it can be overwhelming to know where to start and what to prioritise. As experts in field, we can provide you with support to ensure that you’re educated and prepared for living and working here.

Our events provides a range of resources on everything from the hiring process of many employers, how to get yourselves noticed, housing and banking information specific to New Zealand, Visa information and more.

Learn about how our events can help

We also offer a range of concierge services to help you one-on-one with hurdles involved in the process of living and working in New Zealand.

Learn about the Concierge services we offer to job seekers