Types of visas
Student, Work, Investor, Residence and more
New Zealand is a popular destination for tourist, business people and families. There are many different categories of visa that may assist you to come to NZ on your next journey.
These visas range from partners of New Zealand residents and/or citizens; culturally-arranged marriage; dependent children of New Zealand residents and/or citizens; parent and grandparent multiple entry visitor visa; or general visitors among others.
Education in New Zealand is recognised internationally. New Zealand offers world class education opportunities, whether in Secondary, Tertiary or English Language studies. There are special evidential requirements special evidential requirements are needed in order to obtain a study permit.
New Zealand offers two powerful visa pathways for investors and business leaders ready to build, grow, and contribute to one of the world’s most stable, innovative economies. If you’re looking to secure long‑term residence while making a meaningful investment, these are the visas designed for you.
If you’re not a New Zealand or Australian Citizen and don’t hold either New Zealand or Australian Permanent Residency you will be required to obtain a work visa before taking up a job in New Zealand.
If your business wants to hire migrant workers in New Zealand, employer accreditation is no longer optional — it’s essential. Becoming an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) accredited employer gives you the ability to hire migrants for up to 5 years, support seasonal AEWV visas, and even enable some residence pathways.
This is your opportunity to secure the talent your business needs and stay fully compliant with New Zealand’s employment and immigration laws.
New Zealand is a country built by migrants and is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. New Zealand is always looking for people to contribute to our nation through their skills, qualifications, investments and entrepreneurship. New Zealand also believes in keeping families together through the family residence categories. Family partnership, dependent child and parent categories help to unite and keep families together when migrating to New Zealand.