Immigration Instructions New Zealand
Accredited Employer Work Visa. Log in here to apply for Accredited Employer Work Visa
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- Child visa. Log in here to apply for a visa as a dependent child.
- Partner visa. Log in here to apply for a visa as a partner.
- Straight to Residence Visa. …
- Work to Residence Visa. …
- Student visa. …
- Work visa. …
- Employer accreditation for the AEWV.
We use immigration instructions to make decisions about visa applications.
The immigration instructions are contained in the Operational Manual, and include information about:
- the rules and criteria that people must meet to be granted a visa
- the evidence that people must provide to show they meet the criteria
- the processes we follow to assess and verify visa applications.
The Minister of Immigration certifies all immigration instructions.
The amendments to immigration instructions can be found in the amendment circular section of the website:
We will update the Operational Manual as soon as possible.
Operational Manual
Operational Manual | Current online version
Operational Manual | Effective to 29 November 2010
Changes to immigration instructions
We update immigration instructions regularly to reflect changes in government policy. The Minister of Immigration certifies all changes.
We include changes to instructions in the Amendment Circulars. These describe changes to the Operational Manual the Minister of Immigration has certified.
More information about our decision-making is available in:
- Internal Administration Circulars, which describe changes to the procedures and processes that INZ staff follow
- Advice to staff, which contain information about how to interpret instructions in the Operational Manual, and how to make correct and fair decisions.
People also ask – FAQ
What is the easiest way to immigrate to New Zealand?
- Immigrate as a “skilled immigrant”.
- Obtain a work visa or work permit.
- Invest in New Zealand.
- Obtain a long-term business visa.
- Request residence based on family status.
- Retire in New Zealand.
- Purchase a franchise in your current country.
- Plan your move to New Zealand.
What are the requirements to immigrate to New Zealand?
What you need to apply
- Identity. You, and anyone else included in your application, must provide proof of identity.
- Age. You must be aged 55 or younger at the time you apply.
- Health.
- Character.
- English language.
- Skilled job or job offer.
- New Zealand occupational registration.
- Qualifications.
Is it easy to get New Zealand immigration?
Applying for a New Zealand visa doesn’t have to be daunting.
Read more: New Zealand immigration