Oceania · Immigration difficulty: Moderate
The Skilled Migrant visa takes about 12–16 months, according to Immigration New Zealand.
For short-term stays (holiday/business/visit) or travel authorisation via NZeTA.
Official sourceFor international students studying full time in New Zealand for more than 3 months.
Official sourceSkilled Migrant: 6 points plus a skilled job offer; student visa needs NZD 20,000/year
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Visas to work temporarily in New Zealand, including those that lead to residence.
Visas leading to permanent residence (e.g., Skilled Migrant Category, Work to Residence).
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