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Points-based residence visa for skilled workers with job offers or high points.
Varies
Min. income
NZ$4,290 (est.)
Application fee
6–12 months
Processing time
Permanent
Stay duration
Skilled Migrant Category is a work route in New Zealand for relocation and residency planning. Points-based residence visa for skilled workers with job offers or high points. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Under review).
Skilled Migrant Category is a New Zealand work program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | Very high |
| Visa type | Work |
| Minimum income | Varies |
| Application fee | NZ$4,290 (est.) |
| Processing time | 6–12 months |
| Stay duration | Permanent |
NZ tax residency after 183 days in any 12-month period.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
www.immigration.govt.nz
Last checked: February 5, 2026
This link is provided for reference. NomadIndex has not independently verified that all figures match the current official requirements.
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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