Points
Minimum 6 points from occupational registration, qualification, or income.
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Skilled Migrant Category
Points-based residence visa for skilled workers.
The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) is New Zealand's main residence pathway for skilled workers. It uses a 6-point system based on occupational registration, qualifications, or income, followed by a full Expression of Interest process.
6-12
Months to PR
6
Min points
96%
Success rate
Eligibility
Do you qualify?
Key requirements to apply for this program.
Age
Under 55 years.
English
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Skilled Work
Job offer in New Zealand in a skilled role, or existing skilled employment.
Health
Medical exam and chest X-ray.
Character
Police clearance from every country lived in for 12+ months.
Documents
What you'll
What you'll
need to submit.
We prepare a personalized document checklist after your first consultation based on your exact profile.
- Passport
- IELTS / PTE results
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification recognition (NZQA)
- Employment contract or job offer
- Medical exam report
- Police clearance certificates
- Proof of funds
Process
Your step-by-step
Your step-by-step
journey.
01
Eligibility Check
Determine if you have the 6 minimum points.
1 week
02
Expression of Interest
Submit EOI with your profile details.
1-2 weeks
03
Invitation to Apply
INZ invites you to apply for residence.
2-4 months
04
Residence Application
Submit full application with documents.
2 months
05
Approval & Landing
Receive residence visa and move to NZ.
4-8 months
Fees
What it costs.
Transparent breakdown. No hidden charges.
Expression of Interest
NZD $590
Residence application
NZD $2,750
NZQA assessment
NZD $746
Medical exam
₹8,000 approx
Police clearance
₹1,000 approx
Questions
Common questions.
Yes for most applicants. A skilled job offer in New Zealand is the most common way to meet the points requirement.
Yes. Your partner gets an open work visa, and dependent children get student visas at domestic fees.
After 5 years of residence as a PR, you can apply for New Zealand citizenship.
Start your journey
Book your free
Book your free
consultation.
30 minutes with a licensed consultant. No obligation. No cost.