Green List
Straight-to-residence and work-to-residence occupations.
Oceania
New Zealand
Explore New Zealand's Green List occupations, Skilled Migrant Category and accredited-employer work routes.
Overview
What this covers
New Zealand focuses on occupations it has identified as in demand, several of which require professional registration before work can begin.
Planning registration early usually determines how smoothly the rest of the process runs.
Who this may suit
- Healthcare and registered professionals
- Engineering, trades and IT candidates
- Applicants with accredited employer offers
- Families considering residence
Routes
Common routes into New Zealand
Skilled Migrant Category
Points-based residence assessment.
Accredited Employer Work Visa
Work route tied to an accredited employer.
Requirements
Eligibility factors commonly assessed
These are indicative. Final requirements are set by the relevant authority, institution or employer and can change without notice.
Assessed factors
- Occupation eligibility
- Registration or licensing
- Qualifications and experience
- English language ability
Documents
- Registration evidence
- Qualification records
- Employment references
- Health and character documents
Process
How the process usually runs
- 01
Occupation review
Check Green List and registration expectations.
- 02
Registration
Begin professional registration where required.
- 03
Route choice
Compare work and residence routes.
- 04
Documentation
Assemble the evidence set.
- 05
Application
Submit to the chosen route.
- 06
Arrival
Settling-in guidance.
Important considerations
- Eligibility depends on your individual profile, and rules are set and revised by the relevant government authority.
- We provide guidance and preparation support — we do not guarantee a job offer, visa, permanent residency, admission or any processing timeline.
- Assessment outcomes, decisions and processing times rest entirely with the authority, institution or employer concerned.
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