If you’re a professional in your home country, and you’re considering emigrating to New Zealand, the first question that should be on your mind is: am I qualified enough? While we don’t have many restrictions on who can emigrate to New Zealand, and we welcome all kinds of people with diverse backgrounds and talents, certain criteria need to be met before you can apply for a resident visa.
For example, if you’re planning on becoming a teacher or doctor then it’s likely not an option for you as these professions are already heavily oversubscribed in New Zealand. But if your profession isn’t on the list then there’s still hope!
We’ve created this guide for professionals who want to find out more about what they need before applying for a work visa and when applying for one may help get things started quicker than simply filling out an application form online without any research done beforehand.
Do you have the right qualifications?
If you’re planning to emigrate to New Zealand, you must have the right qualifications. This will ensure that your skills are recognized by employers and that there is a strong range of opportunities available for those who have obtained these qualifications.
The NZ Qualifications Authority (NZQA) regulates professional qualifications in New Zealand. They accept both international awards and domestic equivalents as equivalent if they meet their requirements and standards.
The NZQA also administers an online database where people can search for existing qualifications from around the world, including those accredited by other countries such as Australia or Britain as well as from local institutions such as universities here in Aotearoa/New Zealand itself!
Register with a recruitment agency
If you want to work in New Zealand, it’s important to use a recruitment agency. The role of a recruitment agency is to find staff for employers and manage their needs. A recruitment agency will also help with visa applications, accommodation, and other aspects of relocating.
A good recruiter will be able to advise you on how much money you need to budget for your move from home (this can include costs such as flights), what type of visa or permit is required by your employer, whether there are any local Australian employment laws which may affect your ability to work here and much more!
It’s also worth noting that some recruiters charge upfront fees before they place candidates into jobs – this is common practice but not always advisable given how competitive the market has become recently; if this applies then make sure you check out all options carefully before committing yourself fully!
Employment conditions in New Zealand
New Zealand offers a wide range of career opportunities for ex-pats, including government and non-profit positions. While most jobs are based on merit rather than nepotism, some positions do require an employee to have a certain level of experience or education.
The average working week is 37 hours, with many people working weekends as well as evenings and nights during the week.
Because New Zealand is such a small country, there are no limits on the number of hours per week that you can work; however, most employers offer flexible scheduling options so that employees can choose when they would like to take time off from their job without sacrificing pay or benefits.
Holiday leave eligibility
New Zealand workers are entitled to paid holidays at least equivalent to those provided under local law; however, if your employer does not provide these benefits then you may want to consider moving elsewhere!
For example: In Australia, if someone worked five days per week they would receive five days off annually (which could be upwards of 10 days depending upon how many weeks they were working).
However, this number may not necessarily be applicable if they move overseas where different laws apply to depend upon what country’s labor laws were followed by whichever company hired them – so make sure before accepting any position abroad.”
Is your profession on the skills shortage list?
If your profession is on the New Zealand Skills shortage list, it will be easier to get a visa. The skills shortage list is updated every year and changes depending on how many people are in different professions needed by the country.
The changes can vary in their severity, but if you’re an accountant or lawyer who’s been doing this type of work for several years and has worked hard at improving yourself over time (or even if you just apply), then there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be able to see yourself working here in New Zealand one day soon!
If a job offer is made and accepted
If you are offered a position, make sure you have the right qualifications. If your skill set qualifies as on the skills shortage list, then it may be worth considering whether to relocate to take advantage of this opportunity.
Work visas
Work visas are the most common type of visa for people who want to work in New Zealand. These can include:
- Temporary Work Visa – This visa allows you to live and work in New Zealand for up to four years, with a possible extension of another three years if you have been granted one. You must meet certain requirements before applying for this type of work visa (see below).
- Permanent Residence – If you have lived in New Zealand permanently since before 1 July 2006, then this is considered as having “settled” in our country and will enable you to apply for permanent residence status without needing any further approvals or extensions from Immigration NZ staff on behalf of Immigration NZ staff either directly or through their colleagues at other agencies such as the Ministry Of Health And Pacific Island Affairs (MoHPA).
Once you get there – find accommodation, schools, banking, etc.
Before you leave, it’s important to make sure that the country you are moving to is a good fit for your needs. New Zealand is relatively small and easy to navigate, but there can still be challenges when moving here.
There are many things that professionals need to consider when building a life in a new country such as finding accommodation and schooling for their children or looking for jobs that suit their skillset.
Before leaving home:
- Check if schools are free – Most schools in New Zealand are fully funded by the government through fees paid by students’ parents/guardians (or sometimes even grandparents). However, some private schools require additional money from families via donations or fundraising events like bake sales or car washes! If this applies then look into how much tuition costs will be upfront before making any decisions about attending one particular school over another; otherwise just take advice from friends who have already gone through similar experiences themselves!
Thinking of emigrating to New Zealand? Make sure you do your research first!
Before you decide to emigrate there, it’s important to do some research.
- Do your research on what it is like to live in New Zealand. It can be helpful to read articles and watch videos about how people live in this country. You will find that many people have left their old lives behind and gone abroad for better opportunities and better quality of life.
- Research the job market in New Zealand so that you understand what kinds of jobs are available there. Some professions may require specific qualifications or experience which would prevent them from gaining employment easily (or at all). For example: if you are interested in working as a dentist then make sure your English level is high enough before applying for any jobs advertised online!
Conclusion
And with that, we hope this article has helped you to get a better understanding of what it’s like to emigrate and live in New Zealand. Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below; we’re always interested in hearing from our readers so don’t be shy!
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