New zealand immigration eligibility

New Zealand has a points-based immigration system, which assesses applicants based on their skills, qualifications, work experience, language proficiency, and other factors. Here are the general eligibility criteria for various types of visas:

Skilled Migrant Category:

• Age: 55 years or younger
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher
• Work experience: At least 2 years of relevant work experience
• Language: Proficient in English (IELTS 6.5 or higher) or one of the other official languages of New Zealand (Māori, Sign Language)
• Points: Minimum of 160 points out of 180, based on factors such as:
  • Education (30 points)
  • Work experience (30 points)
  • Language (30 points)
  • Age (15 points)
  • Adaptability (15 points)
  • Other factors (40 points)

Work to Residence Visa:

• Age: 55 years or younger
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher
• Work experience: At least 2 years of relevant work experience
• Language: Proficient in English (IELTS 6.5 or higher) or one of the other official languages of New Zealand (Māori, Sign Language)
• Job offer: A job offer in New Zealand that meets the requirements of the visa
• Points: Minimum of 140 points out of 180, based on factors such as:
  • Education (30 points)
  • Work experience (30 points)
  • Language (30 points)
  • Age (15 points)
  • Adaptability (15 points)
  • Job offer (20 points)

Family Category:

• Age: No maximum age limit
• Relationship: Must have a close family member who is a New Zealand citizen or resident
• Language: Proficient in English (IELTS 5.0 or higher) or one of the other official languages of New Zealand (Māori, Sign Language)
• Points: No points system applies to this category

Resident Visa:

• Age: No maximum age limit
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher
• Work experience: At least 2 years of relevant work experience
• Language: Proficient in English (IELTS 6.5 or higher) or one of the other official languages of New Zealand (Māori, Sign Language)
• Points: Minimum of 120 points out of 180, based on factors such as:
  • Education (30 points)
  • Work experience (30 points)
  • Language (30 points)
  • Age (15 points)
  • Adaptability (15 points)
  • Other factors (40 points)

Student Visa:

• Age: No maximum age limit
• Qualifications: Must be enrolled in a full-time course at a New Zealand educational institution
• Language: Proficient in English (IELTS 5.0 or higher) or one of the other official languages of New Zealand (Māori, Sign Language)
• Points: No points system applies to this category

Entrepreneur Visa:

• Age: 55 years or younger
• Business experience: At least 2 years of business experience
• Language: Proficient in English (IELTS 6.5 or higher) or one of the other official languages of New Zealand (Māori, Sign Language)
• Business plan: Must have a viable business plan that meets the requirements of the visa
• Points: Minimum of 120 points out of 180, based on factors such as:
  • Business experience (30 points)
  • Business plan (30 points)
  • Language (30 points)
  • Age (15 points)
  • Adaptability (15 points)
  • Other factors (40 points)

Note that these are general eligibility criteria, and individual circumstances may affect the outcome of an application. It's recommended to consult the official New Zealand Immigration website or a licensed immigration adviser for more information and to determine your eligibility.