Straight to residence pathways overview.
| Role & ANZSCO | Industry | Pathway Details | Requirements |
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Acoustic Engineer ANZSCO 233999 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Addiction Practitioner ANZSCO 272112 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with with Dapaanz – Addiction Practitioner’s Association Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Aeronautical (Aerospace) Engineer ANZSCO 233911 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Aeronautical (Aviation) Engineer ANZSCO 233911 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Aeronautical (Avionics) Engineer ANZSCO 233911 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) ANZSCO 323111 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must hold a New Zealand Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AMEL) issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of New Zealand. |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) ANZSCO 323112 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must hold a New Zealand Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AMEL) issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of New Zealand. |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) ANZSCO 323113 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must hold a New Zealand Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AMEL) issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of New Zealand. |
Alcohol & Drug Clinician ANZSCO 272112 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with with Dapaanz – Addiction Practitioner’s Association Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Ambulance Paramedic ANZSCO 411112 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need New Zealand registration with the Paramedic Council. |
Anaesthetic Technician ANZSCO 311211 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand. |
Anaesthetist ANZSCO 253211 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Analyst Programmer ANZSCO 261311 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Assistant Dairy Farm Manager ANZSCO 121313 | Agriculture | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | You need a minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a commercial farm in a relevant role. For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Audiologist ANZSCO 252711 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Audiological Society. |
Audiometrist ANZSCO 311299 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Audiological Society.
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Automotive Electrician ANZSCO 321111 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need a certificate at NZQCF Level 4, or a higher qualification, which includes the credit and knowledge requirements of one of the strands of the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering (NZQCF Level 4). |
Backhoe Operator ANZSCO 721212 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Building Associate (Building Construction Supervisor) ANZSCO 312112 | Construction | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 150% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $52.5 an hour (150% of the 2025 median wage). Common examples of job titles for this role are site supervisor, site manager, site foreman, build supervisor, build manager, or civil project manager. |
Building Project Manager ANZSCO 133112 | Construction | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Bulldozer Operator ANZSCO 721213 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Cardiologist ANZSCO 253312 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Cardiothoracic Surgeon ANZSCO 253512 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Careers Counsellor ANZSCO 272111 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. |
Chemical Engineer ANZSCO 233111 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Chief Information Officer ANZSCO 135111 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Chiropractor ANZSCO 252111 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the New Zealand Chiropractic Board. |
Civil Engineer ANZSCO 233211 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Civil Engineering Technician ANZSCO 312212 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Clinical Dental Technician (Dental Prosthetist) ANZSCO 411212 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Clinical Haematologist ANZSCO 253313 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Clinical Physiologist ANZSCO 234599 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board of New Zealand. |
Clinical Psychologist ANZSCO 272311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Psychologists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Construction Project Manager ANZSCO 133111 | Construction | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Corrections Officer ANZSCO 442111 | Protective service workers | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. At the time you apply for residence you must:
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Counsellors nec ANZSCO 272199 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. |
Crane Operator ANZSCO 712111 | Construction | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must:
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Dairy Cattle Farm Manager ANZSCO 121313 | Agriculture | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | You need a minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a commercial farm in a relevant role. For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Dairy Cattle Farmer ANZSCO 121313 | Agriculture | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | You need a minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a commercial farm in a relevant role. For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Dairy Farm Manager ANZSCO 121313 | Agriculture | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | You need a minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a commercial farm in a relevant role. For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Dairy Herd Manager ANZSCO 121313 | Agriculture | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | You need a minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a commercial farm in a relevant role. For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Database Administrator ANZSCO 262111 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $70.00 an hour (200% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent annual salary of NZD $145,600.00 (based on a 40 hour work week). When your employment or employment offer is based on a contract for services you must:
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Dental Practitioner ANZSCO 252312 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Dental Specialist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Dental Surgeon ANZSCO 252312 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Dental Technician ANZSCO 411213 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Dental Therapist ANZSCO 411214 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Dentist ANZSCO 252312 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Dermatologist ANZSCO 253911 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Developer Programmer ANZSCO 261312 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist ANZSCO 253917 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Diesel Motor Mechanic (including Heavy Vehicle Inspector) ANZSCO 321212 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You will need one of the following:
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Dietician ANZSCO 251111 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dieticians Board of New Zealand. |
Dispensing Optician ANZSCO 399913 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Board of New Zealand. |
Drainlayer ANZSCO 334113 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need registration as either a certifying, tradesman, or journeyman drainlayer with the New Zealand Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board. (12 months on a provisional licence will be accepted toward the overall 24 months duration and for Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) purposes, provided your registration is complete when you apply for your residence visa.) |
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor ANZSCO 272112 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with with Dapaanz – Addiction Practitioner’s Association Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher – registered ANZSCO 241111 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for residence. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
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Earthmoving Plant Operator (General) ANZSCO 721211 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Educational Psychologist ANZSCO 272312 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Psychologists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Electrical Engineer ANZSCO 233311 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Electrical Engineering Technician ANZSCO 312312 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Electrician (general) ANZSCO 341111 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need NZ registration as an electrician or a Limited Certificate (excluding a Trainee Limited Certificate) as an electrician from the Electrical Workers Registration Board. |
Electronic Engineering Technician ANZSCO 312412 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Electronics Engineer ANZSCO 233411 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Emergency Medicine Specialist ANZSCO 253912 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Endocrinologist ANZSCO 253315 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Endodontist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand.
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Enrolled Nurse (Nursing Assistant) ANZSCO 411411 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Environmental Engineer ANZSCO 233915 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Environmental Research Scientist ANZSCO 234313 | Primary industries and science roles | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need:a qualification at NZQCF Level 8 or higher in the focus areas of environmental studies, environmental management, or environmental engineering. Your NZQCF Level 8 qualifications must have either the minimum equivalent of 360 credits which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas, or a minimum equivalent of 120 credits in the focus areas and a relevant underpinning bachelor’s degree at NZQCF Level 7. |
Excavator Operator ANZSCO 721214 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
External Auditor ANZSCO 221213 | Business professionals | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent annual salary of NZD $94,640.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Family and Marriage Counsellor ANZSCO 272113 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. |
Fitter (General) ANZSCO 323211 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Fitter and Turner ANZSCO 323212 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Fitter-Welder ANZSCO 323213 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Food Technologist ANZSCO 234212 | Primary industries and science roles | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Gasfitter ANZSCO 334114 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need registration as either a certifying, tradesman, or journeyman drainlayer with the New Zealand Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board. (12 months on a provisional licence will be accepted toward the overall 24 months duration and for Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) purposes, provided your registration is complete when you apply for your residence visa.) |
Gastroenterologist ANZSCO 253316 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
General Practitioner ANZSCO 253111 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Genetic Counsellor ANZSCO 251999 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need New Zealand registration with the Human Genetics Society of Australasia. |
Geotechnical Engineer ANZSCO 233212 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Grader Operator ANZSCO 721215 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Halal Slaughterer ANZSCO 831212 | Factory process worker | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must be paid at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need to be working with an employer and at a site listed on the ‘New Zealand approved animal products halal premises (excluding dairy) under the Animal Products Notice’ (administered by the Ministry for Primary Industries). |
Hospital Pharmacist ANZSCO 251511 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. |
ICT Managers nec ANZSCO 135199 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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ICT Project Manager ANZSCO 135112 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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ICT Security Specialist ANZSCO 262112 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Industrial Engineer ANZSCO 233511 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Industrial Pharmacist ANZSCO 251512 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. |
Intensive Care Specialist ANZSCO 253317 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Internal Auditor ANZSCO 221214 | Business professionals | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent annual salary of NZD $94,640.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Māori (Māori-medium Primary School Teacher) ANZSCO 241211 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need:
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Loader Operator ANZSCO 721216 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist ANZSCO 251211 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board. |
Marine Designer ANZSCO 233916 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Materials Engineer ANZSCO 233112 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Mechanical Engineer ANZSCO 233512 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Mechanical Engineering Technician ANZSCO 312512 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Mechatronics Engineer ANZSCO 233999 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Medical Imaging Technologist ANZSCO 251211 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board. |
Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician ANZSCO 311213 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand. |
Medical Laboratory Scientist ANZSCO 234611 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.
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Medical Laboratory Technician ANZSCO 311213 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand. |
Medical Oncologist ANZSCO 253314 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Medical Practitioners nec ANZSCO 253999 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable. |
Medical Radiation Therapist ANZSCO 251212 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board. |
Metal Fabricator ANZSCO 322311 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Metal Machinist (First Class) ANZSCO 323214 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Middle School Teacher / Intermediate School Teacher ANZSCO 241311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need:
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Midwife ANZSCO 254111 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Midwifery Council of New Zealand. |
Motor Mechanic (General) ANZSCO 321211 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence afte working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need one of the following:
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Motorcycle Mechanic ANZSCO 321213 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need one of the following:
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Multimedia Specialist ANZSCO 261211 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | Your pay for the employment must be $57.75 an hour or above, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Naval Architect ANZSCO 233916 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Neurologist ANZSCO 253318 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Neurosurgeon ANZSCO 253513 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist ANZSCO 251213 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board. |
Nurse Practitioner ANZSCO 254411 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist ANZSCO 253913 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Occupational Therapist ANZSCO 252411 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand. |
Ophthalmologist ANZSCO 253914 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Optometrist ANZSCO 251411 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Board of New Zealand. |
Oral Health Therapist ANZSCO 411214 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Oral Medicine Specialist ANZSCO 2523 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Oral Pathologist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Oral Surgery Specialist ANZSCO 2523 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Organisational Psychologist ANZSCO 272313 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Psychologists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Orthodontist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Orthopaedic Surgeon ANZSCO 253514 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Orthoptist ANZSCO 251412 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Orthoptics Society Inc. |
Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician ANZSCO 311299 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need associate membership with the New Zealand Orthotic and Prosthetic Association. |
Orthotist or Prosthetist ANZSCO 251912 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Orthotic and Prosthetic Association. |
Osteopath ANZSCO 252112 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand. |
Other Spatial Scientist ANZSCO 232214 | Primary industries and science | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need a bachelor's degree at NZQCF Level 7, or a higher qualification with the minimum equivalent of 360 credits, which includes the requirements of a New Zealand major in the focus areas of computer science or geography. |
Otorhinolaryngologist ANZSCO 253515 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Paediatric Surgeon ANZSCO 253516 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Paediatrician ANZSCO 253321 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Paedodontist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Panel Beater ANZSCO 324111 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Pathologist ANZSCO 253915 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Paving Plant Operator ANZSCO 721913 | Civil machinery operators | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for a resident visa after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. When you apply for a resident visa, you must be paid at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent salary of NZD $83,720.00 (based on a 40 hour week). |
Perfusionist (Cardiac) ANZSCO 311299 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need New Zealand membership with the Australian and New Zealand College of Perfusionists. |
Periodontist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Physicist (Medical) ANZSCO 234914 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need one of the following:
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Physiotherapist ANZSCO 252511 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand. |
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon ANZSCO 253517 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Play Therapist (Hospital) ANZSCO 252299 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the Hospital Play Specialist Registration Council. |
Plumber (General) ANZSCO 334111 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need registration as either a certifying, tradesman, or journeyman drainlayer with the New Zealand Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board. (12 months on a provisional licence will be accepted toward the overall 24 months duration and for Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) purposes, provided your registration is complete when you apply for your residence visa.) |
Podiatrist ANZSCO 252611 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Podiatrists Board of New Zealand. |
Pouako Kura Kaupapa Māori (Māori-medium Primary School Senior Teacher) ANZSCO 241212 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need:
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Pressure Welder ANZSCO 322312 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Primary School Teacher ANZSCO 241213 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need:
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Product Design Engineer ANZSCO 233999 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Production or Plant Engineer ANZSCO 233513 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Project Builder ANZSCO 133112 | Construction | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Prosthodontist ANZSCO 252311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Psychiatrist ANZSCO 253411 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable)
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Psychologists nec ANZSCO 272399 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Psychologists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Psychotherapist ANZSCO 272314 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand. |
Public Health Dentistry Specialist ANZSCO 2523 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Quantity Surveyor ANZSCO 233213 | Construction | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Radiation Oncologist ANZSCO 253918 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable. |
Registered Nurse (Aged Care) ANZSCO 254412 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) ANZSCO 254413 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Community Health) ANZSCO 254414 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) ANZSCO 254415 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) ANZSCO 254416 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) ANZSCO 254417 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) ANZSCO 254421 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Medical) ANZSCO 254418 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Mental Health) ANZSCO 254422 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) ANZSCO 254425 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Perioperative) ANZSCO 254423 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurse (Surgical) ANZSCO 254424 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Registered Nurses nec ANZSCO 254499 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. |
Rehabilitation Counsellor ANZSCO 272114 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. |
Renal Medicine Specialist ANZSCO 253322 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable. |
Resident Medical Officer ANZSCO 253112 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Restorative Dentistry Specialist ANZSCO 2523 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Retail Pharmacist ANZSCO 251513 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. |
Rheumatologist ANZSCO 253323 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
School Principal ANZSCO 134311 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must be paid at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
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Secondary School Teacher ANZSCO 241411 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need:
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Site Foreman ANZSCO 133112 | Construction | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Social Worker ANZSCO 272511 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Social Workers Registration Board. |
Software Engineer ANZSCO 261313 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Software Tester ANZSCO 261314 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Software and Applications Programmers nec ANZSCO 261399 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $72.80 an hour (208% the 2025 median wage, or the equivalent annual salary. If your employment or offer of employment is based on a contract for services you must:
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Sonographer ANZSCO 251214 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board. |
Special Education Teachers nec ANZSCO 241599 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
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Special Needs Dentistry Specialist ANZSCO 2523 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. |
Special Needs Teacher ANZSCO 241511 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
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Specialist Physician (General Medicine) ANZSCO 253311 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Specialist Physician nec ANZSCO 253399 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Speech Language Therapist ANZSCO 252712 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Speech-Language Therapists’ Association. |
Sterilisation Technician ANZSCO 711914 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Sterile Sciences Association. |
Structural Engineer ANZSCO 233214 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Student Counsellor ANZSCO 272115 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. |
Surgeon (General) ANZSCO 253511 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Surveyor ANZSCO 232212 | Construction | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Systems Administrator ANZSCO 262113 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | To be eligible you must be working for an accredited employer or have a job offer from one. If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must be paid at least NZD $70.00 an hour (200% of the 2025 median wage), or the equivalent annual salary of NZD $145,600.00 (based on a 40 hour work week). When your employment or employment offer is based on a contract for services you must:
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Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages ANZSCO 249311 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. When you apply, you must earn at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage). | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
You must be working in a primary, intermediate, or secondary school. |
Teacher of the Hearing Impaired ANZSCO 241512 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must be paid at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for residence. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
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Teacher of the Sight Impaired ANZSCO 241513 | Health and social services | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must be paid at least NZD $35.00 an hour (the 2025 median wage) when you apply for residence. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. You need:
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Telecommunications Engineer ANZSCO 263311 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Telecommunications Network Engineer ANZSCO 263312 | Engineering | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You must have one of the following:
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Telecommunications Technician ANZSCO 342414 | ICT, electronics and telecommunications | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. | You must have one of the following:
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Thoracic Medicine Specialist ANZSCO 253324 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Urologist ANZSCO 253518 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable).. |
Vascular Surgeon ANZSCO 253521 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need NZ provisional general, general, provisional vocational, vocational or special purpose locum tenens registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (a letter of eligibility for one of these forms of registration issued by the Medical Council of New Zealand is acceptable). |
Vehicle Painter ANZSCO 324311 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $40.25 an hour (115% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 115% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |
Veterinarian ANZSCO 234711 | Health and social services | To be eligible you must be:
If you meet all the visa requirements you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa now. You can apply in New Zealand or come on a work visa and apply. You can also apply from outside New Zealand. | You need registration with the Veterinary Council of New Zealand. |
Welder ANZSCO 322313 | Trades | If you are working in this role, and are eligible, you can apply for residence after working in New Zealand for 2 years. You must earn at least NZD $45.50 an hour (130% of the 2025 median wage) when you apply for a resident visa. | For 24 out of the 30 months before you apply, you must have been paid at least 130% of the median wage. You can use the median wage rate in place at the start of your 24 months — this may be different to the current median wage. You may need to meet a different median wage rate if you change job or your pay decreases. |