Skilled Migrant
How Can New Zealand Occupational Registration Help You Earn Points?
If you have New Zealand occupational registration, you can claim points based on the training required for your registration. Points are allocated as follows:
- 6 points: For registration requiring 6 years of training (e.g., Physiotherapist, Cadastral Surveyor, Maritime Master, Psychologist)
- 5 points: For registration requiring 5 years of training (e.g., Registered Teacher, Osteopath, Pharmacist, Marine Chief Mate)
- 4 points: For registration requiring 4 years of training (e.g., Anaesthetic Technician, Barrister or Solicitor, Drainlayer)
- 3 points: For registration requiring 2-3 years of training (e.g., Electrician, Distribution Line Mechanic, Marine Engineer, Medical Laboratory Pre-Analytical Technician)
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What Points Can You Claim with Your Qualification for a New Zealand Immigration Visa?
Your qualifications can also help you earn points for your New Zealand immigration visa. Whether you hold a New Zealand tertiary qualification or an international qualification assessed by the NZQA, you can earn points as follows:
- 6 points: Level 10 Doctoral Degree
- 5 points: Level 9 Master’s Degree
- 4 points: Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma
- 3 points: Level 8 Postgraduate Certificate or Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree
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How Does Your Income Impact Your Points for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa?
If you have a job or job offer in New Zealand, your income level can significantly affect the points you earn:
- 6 points: For a job or job offer at 3 times the median wage or more
- 5 points: For a job or job offer at 2 times the median wage or more
- 4 points: For a job or job offer at 1.5 times the median wage or more
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What Are the Additional Requirements for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa?
To qualify for the SMC Resident Visa, you must meet several criteria:
- The job or job offer must be from an Accredited Employer, genuine, full-time, permanent, or at least 12 months (6 months for contractors), and skilled.
- You must meet the Residence class visa requirements for character, health, and English language.
- Principal applicants must be 55 years old or younger.
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