Work in New Zealand Permanently

After Studying 🎓 Step 1: Graduate from an Eligible NZ Qualification To stay and work long-term, your qualification should be: Level 7 or above (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD), or A Level 4–6 diploma that leads to a skilled job Best results come from skill-shortage or high-demand fields.

💼 Step 2: Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) After graduation, you can apply for a Post-Study Work Visa. Bachelor’s / Master’s / PhD: → Up to 3 years (open work visa) You can: Work full-time Work for any employer Change jobs freely No job offer required at the time of application This visa is your bridge to permanent work and residence.

🧑‍💼 Step 3: Get a Skilled Job During your PSWV, you should aim for: A full-time skilled job Pay meeting NZ immigration thresholds An employer willing to support your next visa High-demand fields (best for PR): IT & Software Engineering Healthcare (Nursing, Aged Care, Medical) Construction & Trades Accounting & Finance Teaching (Early Childhood & Secondary)

🛂 Step 4: Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) Once you get a suitable job: Your employer must be Immigration NZ–accredited You move from PSWV → AEWV Usually granted for 2–5 years This visa is a direct pathway to residence

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Benefits As a permanent resident: You can sponsor spouse & children Children can attend public schools as domestic students Access to public healthcare Pathway to NZ citizenship after residence period

⚠️ Important Tips (Very Important) Choose courses linked to real jobs, not just study Work legally and keep payslips/contracts Don’t rely only on part-time work for PR Start planning PR during your studies Immigration rules change — stay updated