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Skilled Migration

Skilled Residence Pathways -6-point Skilled Migrant Resident Visa Applicants for the 6-point skilled immigration system must achieve a total of 6 points to submit their application. You can earn 3 to 6 points for any one of the following criteria: -New Zealand occupational registration -A relevant qualification (Bachelor’s degree or higher) -Income (at least 1.5 times New Zealand’s median wage) Additionally, you can gain 1 point per year of skilled work experience in New Zealand, up to a maximum of 3 points. These work experience points can be combined with points earned from the criteria above. Must meet the following requirements: 1.Age (55 years or younger) 2.English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent in other recognized English tests) 3.Health and character requirements 4.You must have a skilled job or a skilled job offer with an accredited employer

Skilled Migration

12-18 months

Processing Cycle

permanent resident

Obtain identity

Customized Quote

Attorney fees

Customer sharing of achievements

Application process

STEP1

Check Eligibility

Meet basic requirements (age ≤55, health, clean criminal record). Score at least 6 points under the new system (via qualifications, work experience, salary, etc.).

STEP2

6-Point Calculation

加分项(中文) Points Criteria (English) 分数 新西兰职业注册 NZ professional registration 1-3分 学历(学士/硕士/博士) Degree (Bachelor/Master/PhD) 3-6分 高薪(1.5倍中位数工资) High salary (1.5x median wage) 1-3分 新西兰技术工作经验 Skilled work experience in NZ 1-3分

STEP3

Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)

Submit an EOI online with details like qualifications, points claimed, and job offer (if any). Fee: NZD 610.

STEP4

Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)

NZ Immigration selects high-scoring EOIs and issues ITAs (usually within 6 months). After ITA, you have 4 months to lodge a full application.

STEP5

Lodge Residence Application

Required documents: Passport, police clearance Qualification assessment (NZQA for overseas degrees) Employment evidence (reference letters, payslips) English test (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)

STEP6

Approval & Visa Grant

Processing time: 3-6 months. Successful applicants receive a Residence Visa, valid for 12 months for first entry.

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Work to Residence WTR(accredited employer)

Obtain identity
Permenant Resident
Asset requirements
None
Processing Cycle
6 months
Attorney fees
Custom Quote
project introduction

If your employer is an "accredited employer" , If you have been in a Tier 2 Green List in-demand role,you could meet the requirements below to apply for a Work to Residence Visa in New Zealand. 1.Age (55 years or younger) 2.English proficiency (IELTS 6 or equivalent in other recognized English tests, or a bachelor's degree or higher from an English-speaking country to waive the language requirement) 3.Must meet certain salary requirements 4.You must have held the relevant work visa for at least 24 months

OUR PROFESSIONAL TEAM

Our consulting team has rich experience in overseas life and successful cases. They are not only proficient in immigration policies of various countries, but also have a deeper understanding of the unique needs of each family.

Sheruy graduated with a degree in Marketing and is responsible for the company's marketing and new media promotion efforts, including new media platform development, website creation, and maintenance.

Sheruy Xie

+86 123456
ruitao.xie@hodgelawe.com
With 8 years in Canada including 2 years as an immigration consultant, Ethan expertly handles all Canadian immigration pathways and student visa processes.

Ethan Zhang

+48 569 423 158
ethanzhangyichi@hodgelawe.com
As a seasoned immigration consultant with 8+ years of practice, Penny possesses comprehensive knowledge of global immigration programs (EU/US/AU). Her extensive portfolio includes multinational successful cases, particularly excelling in sophisticated family-based immigration strategies.

Penny Peng

+86 19980562584
lanyu0919@yeah.net
Stella brings a decade of Australian experience spanning high school, university (bachelor's & master's degrees), and professional work. With 5+ years specializing in migration consultancy, she offers unparalleled expertise in all categories of Australian immigration and education pathways. Her signature whole-family migration service covers every critical aspect - from settlement support and career transition to premium school placement services.

Stella Xia

+86 15680495301
stellaxia0114@gmail.com
Sunny is the head of the company's copywriting team. She holds a postgraduate degree from abroad, excels in copywriting and editing, has in-depth knowledge of policy details, and boasts over 5 years of experience in the immigration and study abroad industry.

Sunny Liu

+48 569 423 158
Johnson@gamil.com

OUR PROFESSIONAL TEAM

Our consulting team has rich experience in overseas life and successful cases. They are not only proficient in immigration policies of various countries, but also have a deeper understanding of the unique needs of each family.

Sheruy graduated with a degree in Marketing and is responsible for the company's marketing and new media promotion efforts, including new media platform development, website creation, and maintenance.

Sheruy Xie

+86 123456
ruitao.xie@hodgelawe.com
With 8 years in Canada including 2 years as an immigration consultant, Ethan expertly handles all Canadian immigration pathways and student visa processes.

Ethan Zhang

+48 569 423 158
ethanzhangyichi@hodgelawe.com
As a seasoned immigration consultant with 8+ years of practice, Penny possesses comprehensive knowledge of global immigration programs (EU/US/AU). Her extensive portfolio includes multinational successful cases, particularly excelling in sophisticated family-based immigration strategies.

Penny Peng

+86 19980562584
lanyu0919@yeah.net
Stella brings a decade of Australian experience spanning high school, university (bachelor's & master's degrees), and professional work. With 5+ years specializing in migration consultancy, she offers unparalleled expertise in all categories of Australian immigration and education pathways. Her signature whole-family migration service covers every critical aspect - from settlement support and career transition to premium school placement services.

Stella Xia

+86 15680495301
stellaxia0114@gmail.com
Sunny is the head of the company's copywriting team. She holds a postgraduate degree from abroad, excels in copywriting and editing, has in-depth knowledge of policy details, and boasts over 5 years of experience in the immigration and study abroad industry.

Sunny Liu

+48 569 423 158
Johnson@gamil.com
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