NZ SKILLED MIGRANT CATEGORY (SMC) RESIDENT VISA
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Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) visa is a points based, two-step invitation only visa for workers having the requisite skills. In most cases applicants will need 1-3 years skilled work experience in New Zealand to qualify. Check out the core requirements and application process if you wish to live, work and settle in NZ. Submit your Enquiry if you wish to apply for SMC visa.
Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa
To qualify for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa, applicants need to meet the following requirements:
- Be aged 55 years or under;
- Be employed in New Zealand or have a Job Offer from an accredited employer;
- Employment or Job Offer should be at least at the median wage or 1.5 times the median wage;
- Score at least six (6) points from:
- Any one skill category (NZ Qualification or High Income in NZ or NZ Occupational Registration); or
- Combination of any one skill category (as above) AND skilled work experience in New Zealand
- Meet English language, Health and Character requirements;
- Be Invited To Apply for Resident visa.
Skiled Migrant Category (SMC) Application Process
SMC Resident Visa application is a two-step process:
- You initially submit Expression of Interest (EOI) to apply for Skilled Migrant Visa (SMC Visa);
- EOI is checked and if it meets the criteria, Invitation To Apply (ITA) for Resident Visa (RV) is issued;
- You submit your RV application within 4 months from receipt of the ITA;
- RV application is processed and decision made on your application.
Contact us for initial consultation and our comprehensive visa service (visa application and case management service until receipt of visa decision) if you wish to move to New Zealand and apply for NZ resident visa under SMC visa category.
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