Can students get PR in New Zealand?

Yes, a student can get a New Zealand PR after studying and working in the country for five years. However it is necessary for a student to get employed in order to apply for New Zealand PR. While studying in the country, a student cannot automatically gain a New Zealand PR whether they are enrolled in a general course or a Ph.D.

 

Note: Any foreign national can get New Zealand PR after residing in the country for 2-5 year depending on the visa category.

 

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New Zealand Post-study work visa

A post-study work visa allows students to live and work in New Zealand for up to three years after graduation. After three years of proper work experience, a student can opt for a skilled migrant category visa to continue working in the country. Students must apply for a post-study work visa after completing their study course to continue living in the country.

 

Types of New Zealand Post-study work visas

There are two types of Post-study work visas that a student can apply for:

 

• Open Post-study Work Visa: The Open Post-study work visa is available to any international student who wants to work for any employer in New Zealand for up to 3 years after graduation.
• Employer-assisted Post-study Work visa: The Employer-assisted Post-study Work visa allows international students to work for some selective employers in New Zealand after graduation. This visa will provide two years to find a specific job role with a particular employer.

 

Requirements to apply for a New Zealand Post-study work visa

Here are the requirements to apply for a Post-study work visa:

 

• Valid student visa
• Proof of completion of the degree
• Valid job offer from a New Zealand employer
• Studied at a recognized New Zealand university
• Sufficient funds
• Qualification must be at least level four on the NZQA framework

 

Pathways to PR after Post-Study work visa

The Post-study work visa allows a student to acquire permanent residency in New Zealand:

 

Skilled Migrant Category: The Skilled Migrant Category is the most common pathway to residency. The work experience gained during the post-study work visa can later be used to meet the requirements of the Skilled Migrant Category.

 

Long-Term Skill Shortage List visa: This category is for students in the occupation category of Long-Term Shortage List, such as Clinical Psychologist, Chemical Engineer, or Civil Engineer. They can apply for this visa and stay in the country.  

 

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Eligibility Criteria to apply for a New Zealand PR

To avail of a New Zealand PR, a student must fulfil the eligible criteria of the New Zealand PR such as:

 

• Must be aged under 55 or less
• Language Proficiency in English
• Holder of Resident visa for a minimum of two years
• Intention to stay in the country
• Score at least 160 points in EOI points

 

Requirements to apply for New Zealand PR

Below are the requirements to apply for New Zealand PR:

 

• Valid Passport
• Character certificate
• Valid resident visa
• Proof of commitment to live in New Zealand
• Valid Job Offer letter
• Proof of sponsorship

 

Steps to apply for New Zealand PR

Below are the steps to apply for New Zealand PR:

 

Step 1: Check the eligibility criteria for the New Zealand PR

Step 2: Complete NZQA Qualification

Step 3: Apply for the EOI

Step 4: Wait for the Invitation

Step 5: Receive the New Zealand PR

 

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