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The Skilled Migration program provides an opportunity for individuals and their families who have certain skills and qualifications to move to New Zealand.
Process:
Applicants must be under 56 years of age, have English language skills, have an employment background and qualifications that the New Zealand government consider necessary for the countries future prosperity. These attributes are rated by points, and the applicant who meets the Skill threshold points criteria may be granted a visa / permit to move and work in New Zealand. The first phase * 'The Self Assessment' can easily be completed by the applicant.
It is at this phase after considering the options, the applicant should consider Noel Hewitt Associates LLC. We will review this for accuracy and identify any negative aspects that will put the application at a disadvantage. There is a standard $55 fee for this service which is deducted from the final fee if you use Noel Hewitt Associates throughout the rest of the visa/permit process.
With a positive assessment that has been reviewed by Noel Hewitt Associates LLC, the next step involves the submission of documentation to the New Zealand Immigration Service. This part of the process involves an applicant or Noel Hewitt Associates LLC submitting an 'expression of interest'.
These applications remain in the New Zealand Immigration 'pool' for 3 months. If the application is not chosen within the 3 month period the application is discarded. Applicants can reapply at a later date. These 'expression of interests' are ranked on points received for each category (i.e. skill, qualifications, English ability etc).
The applicants with the highest point score are considered first and then other applications are examined. Although you may meet the score criteria you may not be chosen in a particular selection process. You may try again without being prejudiced by an earlier rejection. Please note that it is in your interest to submit an accurate 'expression of interest' on the first attempt. Subsequent applications will be closely scrutinized for discrepancies and if the new claim is unsubstantiated the application may result in rejection and possible legal action.
Those individuals considered to meet the New Zealand immigration requirements will be invited to submit an 'application'. It is particularly important in the evidence assessment stage of the process that the applicant has appropriate evidence. Noel Hewitt Associates LLC can assist in identifying the value of the evidence to be submitted. New Zealand Immigration will examine the application to determine if the application meets their criteria and meets their Government Residence Policy. The Government officers will also look at the application to determine if the applying individual will likely adapt to their new environment and make a real contribution to New Zealand's social and economic development.
If the applicant is successful in the application he or she may be issued or granted a Residence visa / permit or a Work visa / permit which will allow the applicant and their immediate family to move to and work in New Zealand.
Applicants who already have skilled employment or have an offer of skilled employment in New Zealand normally receive a high point score and tend to be looked at favorably by the New Zealand government assessors.
Above all, you are strongly advised to obtain a firm job offer from an employer in New Zealand before settling up in your home country. Although it is possible to obtain a Skill visa without an employment offer, it is a very risky practice to sell your assets and leave your known job prospects in your home country and move to a foreign country with no employment offer.
Additional points and favorable treatment of your application will occur where your employment background and qualifications are in demand in locations in New Zealand and you are prepared to move to those locations.
Noel Hewitt Associates LLC no longer processes these classes of visa. Please contact another N.Z. Immigration specialist for advice.
Primary sources of employment vacancies can be found at:
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- Utilize our professional contacts in New Zealand who may be able to help you with solutions appropriate to your particular background, skills, qualifications and needs.
(See footnote (1)).
Employer support
Once you have the initial support of an employer, the employer should contact Noel Hewitt Associates LLC in order to prepare the necessary documentation for submission to the New Zealand Immigration Service for employer accreditation. Noel Hewitt Associates LLC can assist employers in obtaining this accreditation.
Points Calculator:
You currently need 100 accreditation points for your application can be considered in the 'expression of interest' phase of processing. This figure is determined by the New Zealand Immigration Service and may be changed as their needs, policy and legislation mandate.
Age:
- 20 - 29 years of age 30 points
- 30 - 39 years of age 25 points
- 40 - 44 years of age 20 points
- 45 - 49 years of age 10 points
- 50 - 55 years of age 5 points
Employment in New Zealand:
- Currently employed in a Skilled Occupation in New Zealand for at least 12 months: 60 points
- Offer of Skilled employment in New Zealand or employment in Skilled occupation for less than 12 Months: 50 points.
Skilled occupations lists change over time. A definition of a particular skill may need the process of submissions and clarifications in order to obtain the categorization needed. Occupation titles vary from country to country.
Employment Location:
- Identified future growth area or area of skill shortage 5 points
- Region outside Auckland 10 points
- Spouse/partner employment or offer of employment 10 points
Relevant Work Experience:
- 2 years 10 points
- 4 years 15 points
- 6 years 20 points
- 8 years 25 points
- 10 years 30 points
Additional New Zealand Work experience:
- 2 to 5 years 5 points
- 6 or more year 10 points
Qualifications:
- Recognized basic employment (e.g. the trades, technical, diploma, bachelors degree etc) 50 points
- Recognized post-graduate (Masters degree or Doctorate) 55 points
Bonus Points:
- Recognized N.Z. qualification (at least two years study in NZ) 10 points
- Qualification in an identified future growth area, identified cluster or area of absolute skill shortage 5 points
- Spouse / partner qualifications 10 points
(1): Noel Hewitt Associates LLC and it's officers cannot in any circumstance be held responsible for the performance of these referred companies in carrying out any part of their business in placing you into employment. Prior to engaging any employment service you should in all cases check their offer, research alternatives companies, consider your own research results, legal and financial advisers and never be pressured into signing any agreement. Always get a contractual agreement in writing.
Please note: Noel Hewitt Associates LLC no longer processes New Zealand visa applications. The information on this web site is maintained as a general guide. You should seek professional advise from a New Zealand immigration specialist in the event you wish to apply for a New Zealand visa.
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